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Florida Blue Foundation announces $3.1 million in grants for mental health support

| Jo-Lynn Brown

Florida Blue Foundation, the philanthropic affiliate for the state’s Blue Cross Blue Shield plan, announced a $3.1 million investment to enhance mental health for children, teens, families and older adults.

Ten nonprofit organizations, across the state, share in the investment, which support community-based programs and partnerships that will increase access to mental health services and support.

The Tampa Bay area nonprofits to receive a portion of grant money include AMIkids, Forty Carrots of Sarasota, Starting Right, Now and Winter Haven Hospital. Statewide affiliates of Boys & Girls Clubs of America and the Florida Center for Early Childhood will also receive funds.

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