Superior HealthPlan Awards $24,000 in Grants to 12 Nonprofits and Providers

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Superior HealthPlan, a subsidiary of Centene (NYSE: CNC), has awarded $24,000 in grants to 12 nonprofits and providers across Texas through its quarterly community and provider grant program. The funding aims to address the needs of low-income neighborhoods and communities in Texas. Recipients include organizations focusing on health awareness, education, housing support, literacy, vocational training, and healthcare services.

Since 2020, Superior has provided more than $600,000 in funding to over 200 community partners and providers through this program. The grants address non-medical drivers of health such as food insecurity, economic stability, housing, education, and other critical needs affecting overall health and well-being. The next application deadline for the Superior HealthPlan Grant Program is September 30.

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Awarded $24,000 in grants to 12 nonprofits and providers
Provided over $600,000 in funding since 2020 to more than 200 community partners and providers
Addressing non-medical drivers of health in low-income communities

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08/13/2024 - 09:00 AM

The funding is made available through a quarterly program open to community-based organizations and providers across Texas

AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Superior HealthPlan ("Superior"), a leading managed care organization in Texas and a company of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC), has announced the latest recipients of its quarterly community and provider grant program. The funding is targeted to address the needs of low-income neighborhoods and communities in Texas.

"Each quarter, we're proud to award grant funding to nonprofits, schools, and providers to help them better serve their communities," said Superior HealthPlan President and CEO, Mark Sanders. "There are so many organizations doing great work in Texas and we're proud to support them in those efforts."

Community Grant Winners

Organization	Region Served	Grant Purpose
Social and Health Research Center	San Antonio	Diabetes and obesity awareness health festival
Hart Elementary - El Paso Independent School District	El Paso	Hart Garden Club improvements
Waco Housing Authority	Waco	Financial support for housing authority participants
Literacy Coalition of Central Texas	Austin	Emergency basic need help and program supplies
South Texas Vocational Technical Institute	McAllen	Hygiene supplies for students
Tyler Independent School District Head Start	Tyler	Uniforms for students
Midland Independent School District Family Support Center	Midland	New kitchen supplies for students and families
Coastal Bend Food Bank	Corpus Christi	Nutritious food boxes and hygiene supplies for seniors

Provider Grant Winners

Organization	Region Served	Grant Purpose
OT for Tots	El Paso	New visual communication system
Brazos Valley Rehabilitation Center, Inc.	College Station	Updated electrical stimulation machine
Harlingen Pediatric Services	Harlingen	Books for children
Navarro County Ambulatory Care Association	Corsicana	Food vouchers for families

Since 2020, Superior has provided more than $600,000 in funding to more than 200 community partners and providers through its quarterly grant program, which addresses non-medical drivers of health such as food insecurity, economic stability, housing, education, and other critical needs that affect overall health and well-being.

Applications for the Superior HealthPlan Grant Program must be completed in full and submitted online to be considered. All applications are reviewed by the Superior Grant Committee and will be awarded on a quarterly basis. Applicants will be notified of the committee's decision by the tenth business day of the month following the end of the quarter. The next application deadline is September 30.

About Superior HealthPlan
Founded in 1999, Superior HealthPlan is a managed care company that delivers quality healthcare throughout Texas. Committed to transforming the health of the community, one person at a time, Superior supports active local involvement in all 254 Texas counties with more than 3,200 employees throughout the state. Superior is a wholly owned subsidiary of Centene Corporation, a leading healthcare enterprise that is committed to helping people live healthier lives. For more information visit www.SuperiorHealthPlan.com.

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SOURCE Superior HealthPlan

FAQ

What is the total amount of grants awarded by Superior HealthPlan in this round?

Superior HealthPlan awarded $24,000 in grants to 12 nonprofits and providers across Texas in this round of their quarterly community and provider grant program.

How much has Superior HealthPlan (CNC) provided in funding through its grant program since 2020?

Since 2020, Superior HealthPlan has provided more than $600,000 in funding to over 200 community partners and providers through its quarterly grant program.

When is the next application deadline for the Superior HealthPlan Grant Program?

The next application deadline for the Superior HealthPlan Grant Program is September 30.

What types of organizations received grants from Superior HealthPlan in this round?

Recipients include organizations focusing on health awareness, education, housing support, literacy, vocational training, and healthcare services across various regions in Texas.