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Humana announces its 100 rating in the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s assessment of LGBTQ+ workplace equality for the eleventh year in a row

Recognition honours top 25 companies building the best workplace cultures in the world

Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) has been recognized by the Hispanic Association on Corporate Responsibility (HACR) in their 2024 Corporate Inclusion Index (CII) for its continued commitment to advancing inclusion for Hispanic and Latinx employees in the C-suite, corporate boardroom, supplier base, mid- and entry-level employee pipeline and philanthropic sphere.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241017880579/en/Humana Inc. CEO Jim

Developments in multiple states will provide physical and behavioral health services

International mental health curriculum demonstrates positive impact on high school students, but funding expiration threatens future of program

Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM), a leading health and well-being company, is proud to announce that it has been named to PEOPLE’s “100 Companies That Care list” for 2024, ranking Humana in the top 50 (46th place). The annual list honors companies that “go the extra mile to honor their customers, empower their employees, and make the world a better place.”This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240822049405/en/More than 5,000 Humana vol

Dedicated day of service kicks off nationwide “Month of Impact” with the goal of generating $10 million for communities where Humana’s employees live and work

Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) scored 100 on the Disability Equality Index® for the fifth consecutive year, demonstrating the company’s continued commitment to building and maintaining a culture of belonging where all employees of all abilities can feel valued and have both opportunity and support to reach their full potential.When asked about the recognition, Carolyn Tandy, Senior Vice President, Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer shared that, “Humana believes when all employees thrive in the

To celebrate America’s most popular multigenerational sport, the National Mall of Pickleball will search for the Ultimate Intergenerational Duo to encourage healthy, active lifestyles and celebrate the connections made on – and off – the court this September on The National Mall

The partnership will provide $100,000 to 10 communities to expand mental health support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities

24 nonprofits to receive investments to address urgent health care needsInvestments are aimed at addressing maternal health, food insecurity, chronic condition management, behavioral health and moreA portion of the grants to help expand and diversify the health care workforce through partnerships with colleges and universities

Humana’s 2023 Impact Report highlights its commitment to prioritizing the health of each person, each community, the healthcare system, and the environment

Expanded programs will increase access to behavioral health services and resources for all Virginians

RAW Rolling Papers (BBK/HBI), the independent international brand of high-quality rolling papers and smoking innovations, and The JUSTÜS Foundation, announced today the recipients of the RAW Seeds Fellowship. The three award recipients, all of whom are Legacy Operators– Empress Modupe, Eli Terry, and Erin “E” Thurmond - will receive $20,000 each to help grow their businesses in the cannabis space as they navigate through this new legalized market.Empress Modupe Olufumni-Jacobs, a cannabis health

New sponsorships of the Association of Pickleball Players (APP), Major League Pickleball’s D.C. Pickleball Team, Professional Pickleball Association Tour (PPA), and U.S. Senior Pickleball (USSP) begin in fall 2023Approximately one-third of frequent pickleball players are 65+, highlighting the popularity of the sport with seniors

The Trust for the National Mall in partnership with Humana (NYSE: HUM) announced today that they will introduce America’s newest and most accessible pastime—pickleball—to America’s most inviting front yard—the National Mall—with the inaugural National Mall of Pickleball.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230913033897/en/National Mall of Pickleball (Graphic: National Mall of Pickleball)The National Mall is an iconic open sp

Humana (NYSE: HUM) announced sixteen community-based organizations across the nation will receive grants totaling over $121,500. With millions of medical and specialty care members across the nation, the healthcare company is taking intentional action toward a more equitable, accessible and affordable healthcare ecosystem.“Humana is committed to supporting organizations in our communities that are tackling health inequities every day,” said J. Nwando Olayiwola, MD, MPH, Chief Health Equity Offic

New RAW Seeds Fellowship to be awarded to legacy cannabis operators who built the cannabis industry

Funding is part of UnitedHealthcare’s $11.1 million in Empowering Health grants focused on expanding access to care and addressing social determinants of health for people in underserved communities

The Quell Foundation Appoints a New Executive Director, and a Director of the First Responder Resilience Project

Physical and mental health, DEI and workplace flexibility revealed as top employee priorities, according to inaugural workforce well-being poll

Blue Bird Corporation (Nasdaq: BLBD), the leader in electric and low-emission school buses, applauds the 2022 Clean School Bus Rebate Program recently announced by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as a critical step to putting student and community health first in student transportation. The program earmarks $500 million for the replacement of diesel-powered school buses with zero and low emission school buses. The funds will also assist school districts and other eligible particip

Mental health rises in importance as a driver of being well, while lack of a support network and stress emerge as the top two barriersBetter coping strategies, social media mindfulness, a return to the workplace, and community lift wellbeing

Grant will address workforce development crisis by supporting training in mental health and substance use disorder education for Idaho health care professionals

Launch Supports lululemon’s Commitment to Invest $75 Million USD into Equitable Wellbeing Programs by 2025 with an Initial $5 Million USD Investment in Local Grassroots Organizations and Global and National Non-Profits

Funding is part of UnitedHealthcare’s $12.3 million in Empowering Health grants focused on expanding access to care and addressing the social determinants of health for people in underserved communities

Cardinal Innovations Healthcare has announced the selection of dozens of projects that will receive funding through its Community Reinvestment Initiative, an investment totaling more than $4 million. The selected projects reflect a broad range of initiatives and programs that aim to improve the lives of some of the most vulnerable people in our communities. Cardinal Innovations created the Community Reinvestment Initiative as a way to make stable,

Awards of Excellence honorees celebrated at NatCon18 gala