The UCare Foundation is dedicated to improving the health of UCare members and their communities. Their mission focuses on addressing urgent community health needs by funding initiatives that enhance the health of underserved populations, including seniors, individuals with disabilities, and families across Minnesota. They aim to support high-impact services, education, community outreach, and research that promote health equity, tackle social drivers, and overcome access barriers, aligning closely with UCare's mission to deliver innovative services and foster partnerships across communities.
The UCare Foundation grant program is designed to foster healthier communities by supporting projects that improve access to health services and address the needs of underserved groups. Specifically, the grants are targeted towards initiatives that:
The program offers funding for proposals requesting between $25,000 and $100,000, with consideration for requests exceeding $100,000 for proposals involving partnerships. These grants aim to directly support the UCare mission by aligning with projects that reflect the foundation's core principles and address significant health challenges within their community.