In March 2025, the Nebraska Blue Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE), awarded a three-year $600,000 grant to Project Access, a Health Center Association of Nebraska (HCAN) program that supports the seven Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) across the state. FQHCs, also known as community health centers, are
https://vimeo.com/1168509547/0828e41a32?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE) has released its 2025 Community Investment and Social Impact Report, showcasing how the company lived out its mission of championing the health and well-being of its members and the communities it serves. Since 1939, BCBSNE has built a legacy of community engagement. In 2025, the company continued
Starting Jan. 1, 2026, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE) members enrolled in an employer group or ACA health care plan have expanded access to virtual care through Telescope Health. Founded and led by physicians, Telescope Health offers BCBSNE members new virtual care capabilities, including behavioral health visits and a 24/7 nurse line.
The Nebraska Blue Foundation recently awarded McCook’s Community Hospital Health Foundation a $10,000 grant to support its ROOTS Student Housing Project, which addresses a major barrier to rural clinical training: Lack of housing. ROOTS, which is short for Rural Opportunities Offering Tomorrow’s Success, is a new 12-unit apartment building in McCook that will provide students
Nebraska high schools are leading the charge to create healthier students and stronger communities. Schools are a natural hub for connecting families to vital resources, but many face challenges securing the funding and tools needed to make these programs happen. In 2024, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE) launched Healthy Home Team, a
This fall, Sandhills High School installed a building-wide filtration system to improve water quality and support well-being with assistance from a $5,000 grant from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska’s (BCBSNE) Healthy Home Team initiative. Healthy Home Team provides $500 grants to high schools across the state to fund local well-being projects. In 2025,
Cayla Kelly always knew she wanted to go back to school but never thought it was something she could achieve. When she started her career at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE) as a customer service representative, she saw an opportunity to earn her first bachelor’s degree through the company’s tuition reimbursement program.
The holiday season is a great time to slow down and appreciate the little things that bring comfort, joy and connection. Practicing gratitude is a simple habit that can strengthen your mental health year-round, not just during the holidays. Below, you can find ideas that make gratitude part of your daily routine, including tips from BCBSNE Nurse Care Manager Susan Coughlin. Start a gratitude journal. Set aside a few minutes each day
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE) partnered with 17 YMCAs in October to deliver free flu shots for community members from Omaha to McCook. Hy-Vee Pharmacy, Public Health Solutions and Red Willow County Health Department administered flu shots to 410 Nebraskans across the state through the clinics. These annual flu shot clinics allow
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE) recently wrapped up its 2025 fundraising campaign for United Way of the Midlands (UWM) where employees raised $326,770 to support the organization. UWM is a nonprofit that supports individuals and families in need across the Omaha and Council Bluffs area. Its work focuses on expanding access to
