BCBSMA Foundation Announces 2011 Grants for Strengthening the Voice for Access and Connecting Consumers with Care

News Release

Contact: Owen Heleen

(617) 246-5078

[email protected]

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 

BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD OF MASSACHUSETTS FOUNDATION AWARDS $1,205,000 IN GRANTS TO PROMOTE THE HEALTH INTERESTS OF MASSACHUSETTS CONSUMERS IN COVERAGE AND AFFORDABILITY

 

BOSTON – September 13, 2011 – The Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Foundation has awarded $1,205,000 in grants to 24 community organizations in Massachusetts whose missions are dedicated to promoting the health care needs of uninsured and low-income residents. The grants range from $40,000 to $75,000 per year, and represent the first of two years of funding.