The Nebraska Blue Foundation will give $300,000 in grant funds to 20 Nebraska nonprofits to support preventive health initiatives and enhance the well-being of seniors across the state. The foundation, which serves as the philanthropic arm of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE), opened applications for its inaugural grant cycle at the beginning
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE) recently extended its commitment to supporting community wellness by donating over 400 pieces of used fitness equipment to local schools and senior programs. A variety of fitness equipment, including ellipticals, recumbent bikes, dumbbells and more, was donated to several organizations, including Saline County Aging Services, Eastern Nebraska
Established in April of 2024 to expand Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska’s (BCBSNE) philanthropic reach, the Nebraska Blue Foundation is dedicated to strengthening communities through strategic partnerships, programs and investments that meet the evolving needs of Nebraskans. In its first year, the foundation focused on learning where the need in the state was
Five Nebraska educators will be recognized with the Outstanding Nebraska Teacher Award as part of the Touchdown for Teachers (T4T) campaign at the inaugural Husker Games on Saturday, April 26. This award recognizes educators for their commitment to improving the lives of their students and community. This is the third year Blue Cross and Blue
High school educators across Nebraska will have the opportunity to boost their health and well-being programs with a grant from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska’s (BCBSNE) Healthy Home Team initiative. BCBSNE is asking Nebraska high schools to submit proposals for a grant by Wednesday, May 14 that details how the school will use
Seven startups in varying stages of developing insurance industry technology solutions had the opportunity to “practice their pitches” to an audience of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska employees, as part of the company’s partnership with the Global Insurance Accelerator (GIA). The GIA’s intensive, mentor-driven accelerator program empowers insurance technology startups to refine their
https://vimeo.com/1067908418/a89e00ced4?share=copy Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE) has released its 2024 Community Investment Report detailing how the company lived out its mission of championing the health and well-being of its members and the communities it serves in 2024. Since its beginnings in 1939, BCBSNE has built a legacy of community engagement. In
For the sixth consecutive year, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE) has been named best health insurance provider in Omaha Magazine’s Best of B2B awards. According to Omaha Magazine, the award winners are chosen by the Omaha business community and showcase the top companies for businesses to work with. The Best of B2B
The Nebraska Blue Foundation has awarded a $600,000 grant to Project Access, a Health Center Association of Nebraska (HCAN) program that supports seven Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) across the state. FQHCs provide health care to underserved populations. The investment from the Nebraska Blue Foundation will specifically support Nebraska’s four rural FQHCs as they work
Students at North Platte High School (NPHS) have access to an expanded food and essential item pantry thanks to a $5,000 donation from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska’s (BCBSNE) Healthy Home Team initiative. BCBSNE introduced Healthy Home Team in 2024, inviting schools across Nebraska to apply for a $500 grant to
