Florida Blue Foundation Now Accepting Grant Applications for Maternal Health Initiatives Across the State
The Florida Blue Foundation, the philanthropic affiliate of Florida Blue and part of the GuideWell family of companies, is now accepting grant applications from nonprofits focused on improving maternal health outcomes in Florida. The Foundation seeks to fund Florida-based nonprofits with innovative and actionable solutions designed to improve maternal health outcomes and ensure access to quality health care services and support. By the numbers: According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Florida Blue Foundation Celebrates 25 Years Of Transforming Lives And Strengthening Communities Across Florida
For 25 years, the Florida Blue Foundation, the philanthropic affiliate of Florida Blue and one of the largest foundations in Florida, has been dedicated to creating healthier communities for people across the state – especially for those in greatest need. This year, the Foundation marks a major milestone, celebrating a quarter century of improving the health and well-being of Floridians. "As we celebrate 25 years of the Florida Blue Foundation, we’re proud of the profound impact we've made in the lives of
Greater Orlando Sports Commission Announces Award Winners for 2025 Celebrating Women in Sports Luncheon Presented by Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute
The Greater Orlando Sports Commission (GO Sports) has announced five award winners that will be honored during the 2025 Celebrating Women in Sports luncheon presented by Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute. The 7th annual luncheon will be hosted at UCF’s Addition Financial Arena on Wednesday, September 17 at 11:00am. The luncheon will recognize the honorees in three categories: Chrissy Elliott (Florida Citrus Sports), Heather Fagan (City of Orlando), and Sherry Wheelock (Special Olympics Florida)
GuideWell Appoints Brian D. Pieninck President & CEO
GuideWell Mutual Holding Corporation has appointed Brian D.Pieninck as its next president and chief executive officer (CEO), effective Oct. 1. Currently president and CEO of CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield and Board Chair of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association Board of Directors, in his new role Pieninck will also lead Florida Blue, GuideWell’s largest subsidiary and oversee the strategic direction and performance of all GuideWell subsidiaries including Triple-S Management, the Blue Cross Blue Shield plan
Plug and Play Launches Health Program in Orlando to Provide New Opportunities in Healthcare
Plug and Play, one of the world’s largest innovation platforms, announced today the opening of a health program in its Orlando, Florida, location. In collaboration with GuideWell, KPMG LLP, and Orlando Health, the program will welcome approximately 10 to 12 startups in its inaugural cohort. The program will officially launch on August 4, 2025, at the GuideWell Innovation Center in the Lake Nona region. Startups can apply by completing the application form on the Plug and Play website. “Plug and Play is
Florida Blue Centers Hosting “Back to School” Events Saturday, August 2nd: 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Grab your friends and family and join your local Florida Blue Centers on Saturday, August 2nd from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. for FREE backpacks and school supply giveaways*, fun activities for the kids, and resources to help students start the school year strong. Plus, enjoy healthy refreshments as you kickoff the start of the upcoming school year and learn about local community organizations in the area. Everyone is welcome! You do not need to be a Florida Blue member to participate and there is no cost to
Florida Blue & Hispanic Federation Hosting “Back to School” Event
Grab your friends and family and join Florida Blue and the Hispanic Federation on Saturday, July 19th from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for FREE backpacks and school supply giveaways*, fun activities for the kids, haircuts, raffles, and much more. Everyone is welcome! You do not need to be a Florida Blue member to participate and there is no cost to attend. This is an event you won’t want to miss! WHEN: Saturday, July 19, 202511 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. WHERE: Sanitas Medical Center – East
Greater Orlando Sports Commission Announces Misty May-Treanor as Featured Speaker for ?2025 Celebrating Women in Sports Luncheon
The Greater Orlando Sports Commission (GO Sports) is proud to announce that the 7th Annual Celebrating Women in Sports luncheon presented by Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute will be hosted at Addition Financial Arena on Wednesday, September 17, 2025. In addition to Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute returning as the presenting sponsor, Florida Blue is returning as the sponsor of the fireside chat with featured speaker, Misty May-Treanor. Last year's luncheon sold out with more than 725
Florida Blue Foundation Honors Nine Nonprofits From Across The State For Innovation And Community Impact During 20th Annual Sapphire Awards
The Florida Blue Foundation, the philanthropic affiliate of Florida Blue, is proud to announce the nine finalists for the 2025 Sapphire Awards, recognizing outstanding programs, organizations, and individuals making a significant impact in community health across Florida. At its annual Community Health Symposium and Sapphire Awards on May 1 in Orlando, the Florida Blue Foundation announced the winners who will share $525,000 to continue their local impact work. This year’s symposium theme highlighted the
Florida Blue Offers Caregiver Resources, Available to Everyone at No Cost
Florida Blue, the state’s Blue Cross and Blue Shield plan, has launched a broad initiative to support caregivers and their loved ones. Available to members and everyone in the community, this new effort offers a range of tools, support groups, connections to local programs, and personalized help available from the Florida Blue Centers. The integrated approach provides valuable resources to support caregiver health and mental well-being, along with care planning resources to help care for loved ones. The
Florida Blue Foundation Accepting Food Security Grant Applications for 2025
Florida Blue Foundation, the philanthropic affiliate of the state’s Blue Cross Blue Shield plan, is committed to supporting nonprofit organizations that improve health by impacting food security, advancing mental well-being, growing healthy communities, and addressing health disparities. The Foundation is now accepting applications for 2025 grants from organizations with documented expertise in food security. The Foundation is committed to funding programs that empower communities struggling with food
Lake Mary Life Publishing Recognized as a Florida Blue Local Business Champion
Through a partnership with Florida Blue and the Orlando Magic basketball team, Lake Mary Life Publishing was recently recognized at the Orlando Magic game on March 27 as a Florida Blue Local Business Champion. Florida Blue worked with local chambers of commerce including the Seminole County Chamber to identify Local Business Champions, and Lake Mary Life Publishing was chosen for its efforts to highlight local businesses and individuals in Central Florida and for the video production, social-media
GuideWell / Florida Blue CEO Pat Geraghty to Step Down at Year End
Pat Geraghty will retire from his role as president and chief executive officer of GuideWell and Florida Blue on December 31, 2025, after serving since 2011, the company announced today. During his tenure, Geraghty, 65, led the transformation of Florida's largest health insurer into GuideWell, a comprehensive health solutions enterprise, with a significant presence in Puerto Rico and across the country while also expanding Florida Blue's reach and impact across the state. Thomas G. Kuntz, Chairman of the
Creating a Healthier Future: GuideWell Publishes 2024 Impact Report
GuideWell Mutual Holding Corporation (“GuideWell”), a leading not-for-profit, policyholder-owned health solutions organization, released its 2024 Impact Report, showcasing the power of collective action to create a healthier future. GuideWell includes several key entities: Florida Blue, the leading health insurance company in Florida; Florida Blue Foundation, its philanthropic affiliate; Triple-S Management, a leading health care service company in Puerto Rico; and Fundación Triple-S, its
Orlando Magic Player Appearance at Winter Park Florida Blue Center
Come visit our Winter Park Florida Blue Center for a special appearance by NBA Player Kentavious Caldwell-Pope of the Orlando Magic! Festivities will include:Appearance by Orlando Magic Mascot “STUFF”Performances by the Orlando Magic’s 321 Hype TeamOrlando Magic Player Kentavious Caldwell-Pope Autograph SessionLive DJFace-paintingInteractive GamesGiveaways and more! WHEN: Friday, April 4, 2025 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. 5:45 p.m. – 6:15 p.m.: Appearance by Orlando Magic Mascot
Florida Blue Foundation 2025 Mental Well-Being Grant Applications - Now Open!
The Florida Blue Foundation is now accepting grant applications from nonprofit organizations across the state who are dedicated to advancing mental well-being! The Foundation is seeking proposals from Florida-based nonprofits that are designed to support innovative and effective solutions, and that:Address community mental health challenges; or Increase the pipeline of mental health professionals If your organization is passionate about promoting mental well-being, addressing unmet needs, and fostering a
Orlando Magic Player Appearance at Winter Park Florida Blue Center
Come visit our Winter Park Florida Blue Center for a special appearance by NBA Player Jalen Suggs of the Orlando Magic! Festivities will include:Appearance by Orlando Magic Mascot “STUFF”Performances by the Orlando Magic’s 321 Hype TeamOrlando Magic Player Jalen Suggs Autograph SessionLive DJFace-paintingInteractive GamesGiveaways and more!WHEN: Wednesday, March 5, 20255:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. 5:45 p.m. – 6:15 p.m.: Appearance by Orlando Magic Mascot “STUFF” 5:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.: Performances
VyStar Celebrates 2024 National Veterans and Military Families Month
Jacksonville, FL – VyStar Credit Union is honored to celebrate National Veterans and Military Families Month and Veterans Day by offering free experiences for veterans and active-duty military, hosting community events, and recognizing the invaluable contributions of past and present military members and their families in North and Central Florida and Georgia. VyStar was founded at Naval Air Station Jacksonville in 1952 by 12 people with $60. It was started as a place to help military and civil service
The Lessons Learned at Professional Women's Luncheon will Help You Succeed!
Every time we leave a Professional Women's Luncheon, we feel just a bit more inspired. We're inspired to help our community. We're inspired to help our friends. We're inspired to help ourselves. Thursday's sold-out event featuring Karen Keene was no different. There were gasps and cheers and a few people were tearing up. But everyone walked away with something that can help them professionally and personally. For instance, Karen talked about her "MAP," the three pillars that set the
More than 87,000 Medicare-Eligible Individuals in Seminole County To Pick A Plan During The Annual Election Period For Medicare Starting October 15
Florida Blue Medicare, a mission-driven organization and part of a not-for-profit mutual holding company serving the needs of Floridians, released details of its 2025 Medicare offerings. During AEP, which runs from October 15 to December 7, Medicare eligible individuals can switch or join the Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplement, or Medicare Prescription Drug Plan of their choosing for coverage effective Jan. 1, 2025. This year, Florida Blue Medicare is offering Seminole County Medicare
FL Blue Facility Closures Update - 10/8
CURRENT HEALTH FACILITY CLOSURE PLANS GuideWell Emergency Doctors (GEMD):The GEMD Pinellas county locations will close at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 8.Palm Harbor, 2375 Curlew Rd., Dunedin – CLOSED Wednesday, October 9.St. Petersburg, 1425 4th St. N., St. Petersburg – CLOSED Wednesday, October 9.Largo, 1603 Missouri Ave N., Largo – CLOSED Wednesday, October 9.A decision will be made tomorrow/Tuesday on whether the Hillsborough county GEMD locations will close early on Tuesday. They will be CLOSED on
Florida Blue Hurricane Milton Updates - 10/7
Clinical Facility and Center Closures and Other Updates CURRENT HEALTH FACILITY CLOSURE PLANS GuideWell Emergency Doctors (GEMD):The GEMD Pinellas county locations will close at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 8.Palm Harbor, 2375 Curlew Rd., Dunedin – CLOSED Wednesday, October 9.St. Petersburg, 1425 4th St. N., St. Petersburg – CLOSED Wednesday, October 9.Largo, 1603 Missouri Ave N., Largo – CLOSED Wednesday, October 9.A decision will be made tomorrow/Tuesday on whether
Florida Blue presents the Florida Blue Member Lounge and the Eat to the Beat Concert Series during the EPCOT® International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE
Florida Blue, the state’s Blue Cross Blue Shield plan and an Official Sponsor of Walt Disney World® Resort, will help bring guests amazing experiences and a little magic this fall through a special lounge and concert series sponsorship during the EPCOT® International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE. “We are excited and proud to continue our relationship with Walt Disney World® Resort,” said Juan Chaluja, senior vice president, Commercial Markets at Florida Blue. “As the state’s leading
Florida Blue Foundation Awards 2024 Mental Well-being Grants
WINTER GARDEN, Fla. (Aug. 26, 2024) – Florida Blue Foundation, the philanthropic affiliate of the state’s Blue Cross Blue Shield plan, is pleased to announce $2.4 million in funding to seven nonprofit organizations across the state to help increase access to mental well-being services and support. The grants will assist nonprofits with programs aimed at: Addressing youth mental health challenges; and/orIncreasing the pipeline of mental health professionalsThe big picture: The alarming rise in mental
Florida Blue Foundation Now Accepting Applications for 2024 Maternal Health Grant Funding
The Florida Blue Foundation is now accepting grant applications from nonprofit organizations across the state who are dedicated to advancing maternal health! The Foundation is seeking proposals from Florida-based nonprofits for community-inspired, evidence-based, and sustainable initiatives that: Improve access to quality maternal health care services; and/orProvide perinatal and postpartum maternal mental health support If your organization is passionate about creating positive change for mothers
