The Cigna Group Foundation announced $3 million in grants to 22 nonprofits working to improve youth mental health and strengthen support systems across 10 states.

The funding is part of the Foundation’s three-year, $9 million commitment to expanding access to care and reaching youth and families earlier, particularly in communities where needs continue to outpace available resources.

The initiative focuses on three priorities:

• Increasing access to mental health services for youth ages 5 to 18
• Equipping caregivers and those who support young people
• Strengthening pathways to early intervention and care.

The grants span organizations across multiple states—reflecting a broad, community-based approach to youth mental health:

• Arizona
• Connecticut
• Florida
• Georgia
• Illinois
• Missouri
• New Jersey
• Pennsylvania
• Tennessee
• Texas

In parallel, the Foundation continues its national partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs of America to expand mental health support for young people nationwide. Since 2024, 90% of Clubs have completed trauma-informed training, and more than 250 teens have participated in a pilot Behavioral Support Toolkit.

Read the full press release for more details on the grants and The Cigna Group Foundation’s work.