Our work and impact

Aetna has a long history of giving back to people and communities

 

The Aetna Foundation helps to change lives and build healthy communities. For more than 35 years, the foundation has helped make a difference through:

  • Grants and awards
  • Volunteering
  • Partnering with national and community groups
  • Supporting programs that make a difference

 

Grant programs and community involvement

Learn about Aetna Foundation Grants. Find out how to apply to grant programs that are currently open. Our grant programs have helped to:

  • Increase awareness of critical health problems
  • Reduce racial and ethnic disparities in health care
  • Combat obesity
  • Increase health literacy

Also find out how the Aetna foundation supports employees and retirees who volunteer to help their communities with our matching grants program.


Annual reports and grant listings

 In 2008, Aetna and the Aetna Foundation gave more than $25.5 million in grants and sponsorships to communities across the country. See our annual reports and grant listings.

Voice of Conscience® Award

The foundation gives the Voice of Conscience® Award to both Aetna employees, and national figures for their community service achievements and volunteer efforts. This award honors the late Arthur R. Ashe, Jr., tennis champion and former Chairman of the Aetna Foundation when he died in 1993. Read about this award and recent winners.