IBX Foundation

Enjoy a sneak peek of our upcoming doc-series Making Change Happen: Solving for Health Equity! Watch human-centered stories about the impact of Foundation-supported collaborations that are advancing health equity across SEPA. @saintjosephs @PennNursing @ChildrensPhila @DVCH_Inc

We extend our gratitude to our partner organizations who collaborate with us to meet the unique needs of our diverse communities. Your partnerships are integral in creating and sustaining meaningful change as we advance toward equitable health care for all. Thank you!

On the newest episode of the Someone You Know #podcast, we spoke with Bethany Franklin & Tom McDermitt of @CaronTreatment on how addiction is a family disease, and the roles families & support systems play in recovery. #SYKopioids #PHLopioids Listen today: ibxsocial.com/3MWp3Cp

This #VeteransDay, the IBX Foundation acknowledges those who have proudly served and defended our country. But our appreciation goes beyond this special day. We are committed to creating pathways for #veterans to pursue meaningful careers in health care. ibxsocial.com/3QRE4YK

Join IBX Foundation grantee @CaronTreatment on November 14 for their 24th Annual Richard J. Caron Award of Excellence Gala to help support countless individuals and their families begin their recovery journeys. Register today: ibxsocial.com/3MzHNYc

The Independence Blue Cross Foundation has pledged $350,000 to give more than 50 Philly-area military veterans scholarships to attend local nursing schools for free beginning fall 2024. trib.al/OHt8A2S

We're committed to improving educational opportunities for a more diverse and prepared #nursing workforce. Learn more about The IBX Foundation Service Scholars Program, a first-of-its kind nursing education pathway program for military #veterans: infocus.ibxfoundation.org/new-initiative…

An inclusive & diverse health care workforce is an asset to every community. Our Healthcare Scholars Program was expanded to provide greater opportunities for local students from underrepresented groups to pursue a career in nursing. See our Impact Report: ibxsocial.com/40l8pSt

Time is running out! The deadline to apply for an IBX Foundation grant for Collegiate Recovery Programs is November 10, 2023. Colleges and universities in Southeastern PA can submit an application at: ibxsocial.com/464Rt4J

These on-campus programs offer stigma-free support, resources, and pathways to treatment for students affected by substance use disorder. #PHLopioids

At a conference at @UrsinusCollege, IBX Foundation Pres Lorina Marshall-Blake shared the Foundation’s role in addressing this crisis through its collaboration with @CollegeRecovery and its $1 million investment in collegiate recovery programs at 14 local colleges & universities.

Substance use on college campuses is increasing at an alarming rate, with 40 percent of college students meeting the criteria for substance use disorder.

We continue to invest in the next generation of the #nursing workforce through the IBX Foundation Nursing Internship Program, exposing nursing students to community health settings, leadership seminars for professional development & volunteer opportunities.ibxsocial.com/3FILRBv

The IBX Foundation is offering grants – up to $50,000 in the first year – to establish or expand Collegiate Recovery Programs on the campuses of colleges and universities in Southeastern PA. The deadline for applications is November 10, 2023. Apply now: ibxsocial.com/464Rt4J

We're accepting Collegiate Recovery Program grant applications! Now through Nov 10, colleges and universities in SEPA may apply for first-year funding — up to $50,000 — to establish or expand a recovery program on their campus. Learn more and apply today! ibxsocial.com/464Rt4J

During the event, we announced the opening of our Collegiate Recovery Program grant application. Colleges & universities located in SEPA may apply for up to $50,000 in first year funding to establish or expand a recovery program on their campus. Apply now: infocus.ibxfoundation.org/independence-b…

The event advanced Pennsylvania’s leadership as the fastest growing state in number of collegiate recovery programs nationally and highlighted the need for recovery-ready transitions into the workplace.

Key stakeholders in government, education, and workforce development convened at our 2023 #RecoveryReadySummit to discuss the continued need for recovery support on college campuses and in the workplace.

Let’s continue leading by example so CRPs are replicated nationwide to help students in recovery across the country. And as employers, let’s make meaningful change through collective action so students can transition to recovery-ready workplaces. #RecoveryReadySummit

We hope you are leaving today’s conversations having learned something new. But moreover, wanting to do something new. That’s how change truly happens. #RecoveryReadySummit

Today, we are convening key stakeholders in government, education, and workforce development at our 2023 #RecoveryReadySummit to discuss and highlight collegiate recovery programs, recovery-friendly campuses, and recovery-ready transitions to employment.