The Aetna Foundation

Four decades of giving

The Aetna Foundation is the charitable arm of Aetna Inc. Since 1972, the Foundation has helped build healthy communities. The Foundation promotes community involvement, creates partnerships and funds initiatives to improve quality of life.

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 28th annual African American History Calendar, celebrating health and wellness across America.
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Who we support

In 2008, Aetna and the Aetna Foundation gave more than $25.5 million in grants and sponsorships to communities across the country. 
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Aetna Foundation overiew

Through the Aetna Foundation, Aetna supports America's most compelling efforts to improve health care in its home state of Connecticut and nationally. Learn about out 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 the 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 Ashe.

 

News & Announcements

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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08/26/09
Aetna and Aetna Foundation Award Second $50,000 Grant to National HBCU Choir 
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08/13/09

Aetna Grant to Fund Anti-Obesity Education Project 
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08/04/09
Aetna Supports the Hole in the Wall Gang Camp With $50,000 Grant   
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07/14/09
Aetna Appoints Anne C. Beal, MD, MPH to Head The Aetna Foundation    
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05/27/2009
Aetna Creates Memorial Fund to Honor Slaton    
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05/18/2009
Earvin “Magic” Johnson Encourages Aetna Employees to “Get Active”—Wellness event promotes healthy lifestyles   
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05/08/2009

Aetna and National Kidney Registry Announce Member Communications Program & Grant Award  
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