Applications open for Health & Wellness Grants

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Community Resource Hub
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October 8, 2025

Anthem recently announced that applications are now open for the 2025 Interfaith Health & Wellness Grants — an opportunity to empower houses of worship and faith-based organizations that provide programs to improve health and wellness in their congregations and communities.

Through this grant, organizations can receive $1,000 to address critical health priorities across Indiana, including:

  • Reducing opioid and substance abuse
  • Lowering infant mortality
  • Supporting caregivers of aging Hoosiers
  • Combating obesity and promoting healthy living
  • Increasing childhood immunizations

Key Details:
Application Deadline: November 30, 2025
Award Amount: $1,000
☑️ Eligibility: Open to houses of worship and faith-based organizations implementing health and wellness programs
Apply Here: https://www.interfaithsummit.com/grant-application

Eligible organizations are encouraged to review the guidelines and apply by the deadline.
For questions about the grant or the application process, please contact:
Katie Sullivan – katie.sullivan@anthem.com
Ginny France – Ginny.France@anthem.com

Author
Rasheedah Ajibade

Rasheedah Ajibade is a dedicated and experienced professional with strong leadership and project management skills. She holds a M.S. in Public Service Administration from the University of Evansville, B.A. in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance from the University of Southern Indiana and is a candidate for the Accredited Financial Counseling certification program.

Currently, as the Chief Editor at Adrian M Brooks Sr. Foundation-Our Times Newspaper, she sets the vision for the style and voice of the publication, manages staff, and oversees operations and policies. Additionally, she serves as the Chief Program Officer at Memorial Community Development Corp, leading program planning, implementation, and fund development since June 2017. In her previous role as Childcare Director at the same organization, she managed business operations and launched new programs from August 2010 to May 2017. Rasheedah is a servant leader who excels in fostering partnerships, securing funding, and driving innovative strategies for growth and development.

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