The Aetna Foundation

Mission

Our mission is to promote wellness, health, and access to high-quality health care for everyone, while supporting the communities we serve.


 

Stories of hope, dedication and courage

Through grants, sponsorships and volunteerism, Aetna and the Aetna Foundation are building communities and changing lives every day. Watch this video. 
African American History Calendar

Aetna is pleased to present its 29th annual African American History Calendar, celebrating those who have served and continue to serve our country and our communities.
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Grants for 2010 and beyond

All grant programs are currently closed. Beginning in 2010, we will focus our grant-making on issues that lead to meaningful improvements in health and the health care system.  We expect to announce grant programs including topics, guidelines for eligibility, deadlines for application and funds available, by March 15, 2010. This information will be published on our website and distributed via e-mail to our mailing list. Please subscribe to our e-mail list to receive e-mail announcements with details on these grant programs. More 

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Frequently asked questions

Find answers to frequently asked questions regarding our 2010 grant-making focus.

Aetna Foundation overview

The Aetna Foundation is the charitable arm of Aetna Inc. Since 1972, the Foundation has helped build healthy communities by supporting efforts to improve health care, promoting community involvement, creating partnerships and funding initiatives to improve the quality of life nationally and where we live and work.

Learn about our history of giving and our long-term commitment to diversity. Find out who serves on our board of directors and staff.

Our work and impact

Find details about our work and impact we have on the community: Learn about Aetna Foundation grant programs. Download copies of Aetna Foundation annual reports and grant listings. Read about the Voice of Conscience Award which honors Arthur R. Ashe, Jr.


News & Announcements

02/01/10
Aetna Awards $20,000 Grant to the National Cancer Coalition
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01/20/10
Aetna Joins Forces With Walgreens, United Way to Educate Public About Vitamin D Deficiencies
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01/15/10
Aetna Foundation Supporting Six Organizations Working in Haiti
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01/07/10
King Center to Present Health and Wellness Forum--Event Co-Sponsored by Aetna
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12/22/09
Aetna Foundation's Resolutions for a Healthier 2010
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12/10/09
The George Washington University Department Of Health Policy To Establish The Aetna Foundation Distinguished Lectureship In Health Policy
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11/17/09
Aetna Makes $30,000 Grant to Atlanta Urban League to Support 'Get Body Beautiful' Program
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10/05/09
Aetna Recognized by Gay and Lesbian Medical Association For Efforts To Improve Health and Well-Being of LGBT Community
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09/30/09
Aetna And The Aetna Foundation Recognize Breast Cancer Awareness Month With CUREchiefs Promotion
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09/24/09
Aetna, Georgia Public Broadcasting Begin Campaign to Fight Childhood Obesity in the State 
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09/09/09
Aetna And The Aetna Foundation Sponsor Health Affairs Issue Offering Solutions To Address Rising Health Care Costs 
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