Carolyn Link, Executive Director, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota Foundation
Lindsay Hanson, Principal, Grassroots Solutions
The Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota Foundation sought to engage the public in learning about social connectedness and the impact those connections can have on health. In an experiment that broke from traditional grantmaking processes, the foundation piloted an open, community-driven grantmaking “Challenge” designed to fund projects that strengthen social connectedness in low-income Minnesota communities.
Focus Area(s): Health Equity and Social Justice, Philanthropic Growth and Impact
Related Topic(s): Governance and Operations, Health Equity