CVS Health Foundation invests $1 million in Hartford nonprofits tackling community health needs

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CVS (NYSE:CVS), through the CVS Health Foundation, is awarding $1 million in Hometown Fund grants to 20 nonprofits in Greater Hartford. Funding targets access to health care, food security, stable housing and essential community services.

In 2025, CVS Health and its foundation contributed $2.61 million in charitable giving across Connecticut.

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This announcement highlights CVS’s $1 million Hometown Fund grants to 20 Hartford nonprofits and pri...

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This announcement highlights CVS’s $1 million Hometown Fund grants to 20 Hartford nonprofits and prior $2.61 million in statewide giving, reinforcing its community-health positioning while an effective debt shelf and recent net insider selling remain background considerations.

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Hometown Fund grants: $1 million Grantee organizations: 20 organizations Charitable giving Connecticut: $2.61 million

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Hometown Fund grants $1 million 2026 grants to Greater Hartford nonprofits via CVS Health Foundation

Grantee organizations 20 organizations Local nonprofits in the Greater Hartford area receiving Hometown Fund support

Charitable giving Connecticut $2.61 million 2025 contributions by CVS Health and CVS Health Foundation across Connecticut

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5 past events · Latest: Jun 22 (Positive)

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Date	Event	Sentiment	24h Move	Catalyst
Jun 22	Patient access initiative	Positive	+3.6%	Expanded GLP‑1 support and lower out‑of‑pocket costs across CVS locations.
Jun 05	Credit rating action	Positive	+0.5%	AM Best affirmed Aetna subsidiaries’ excellent ratings with stable outlooks.
May 29	Technology recognition	Positive	-2.1%	Newsweek AI Impact Award for AI‑driven prescription safety technology.
May 28	Mental health launch	Positive	-2.1%	Launch of Aetna Mental Health On Demand for real‑time clinician access.
May 28	Real estate portfolio	Neutral	+1.0%	ARCTRUST acquired NNN portfolio including CVS Pharmacy‑leased locations.

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Local organizations receive Hometown Fund support to expand access to health care, food, housing and essential services

HARTFORD, Conn., June 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The CVS Health Foundation is investing $1 million in grants through its Hometown Fund to 20 organizations that are making a difference for the Greater Hartford area every day. This year, Hometown Fund grants will support local nonprofits working to increase access to health care, address food insecurity, expand availability of stable housing and increase access to critical community services across the Greater Hartford area.

"We're investing in Hartford nonprofits that are meeting people where they are – helping individuals and families access health care, food, stable housing and the support they need to stay healthy," said Jenny McColloch, president of the CVS Health Foundation. "Through our Hometown Fund, we focus on communities our colleagues call home, supporting organizations that are addressing the everyday factors that shape wellbeing and making a difference in the Greater Hartford area."

ImmaCare, one of this year's CVS Health Foundation Hometown Fund grant recipients, is helping transform lives in Hartford by supporting individuals experiencing homelessness with more than just a place to stay. Through emergency shelter, housing assistance, and wraparound services that address mental health and substance use, ImmaCare is tackling the root causes of homelessness. This funding will help expand access to critical support, empowering more individuals to improve their health, and build a path toward long-term stability and independence.

"ImmaCare is honored to receive a Hometown Fund grant from the CVS Health Foundation," said Teresa A. Wierbicki, director of strategic development at ImmaCare. "Flexible support like this is invaluable, allowing us to invest in strategic initiatives that strengthen our services, expand pathways to stable housing and address the increasing challenges of homelessness and housing insecurity. Together, we are creating lasting opportunities for individuals to rebuild their lives."

From helping older adults live independently and accessing health care to ensure families don't have to worry about their next meal, this year's grantees reflect the strength and resilience of communities across the Greater Hartford area and their impact on community health. Alongside ImmaCare, additional recipients of the Hometown Fund in Greater Hartford include Center for Children's Advocacy, Center for Latino Progress, Chrysalis Center, Easterseals Capital Region & Eastern Connecticut, Enfield Loaves & Fishes, Forge City Works, Friendship Service Center, Hartford Health Initiative, House of Bread, Journey Home, KNOX, Malta House of Care, Mercy Housing and Shelter Corporation, Northeast Neighborhood Partners, Prudence Crandall Center, Special Olympics Connecticut, St. Vincent Depaul Place Middletown, Urban League of Greater Hartford, and YWCA Hartford Region.

The Hometown Fund supports local nonprofits across Rhode Island and in the Hartford, Connecticut area — two key communities where CVS Health colleagues live and work. Through the grant program, the Foundation provides general operating support to organizations that are making a difference by expanding access to health care and addressing the everyday factors that shape people's wellbeing, like nutritious food and housing.

The CVS Health Foundation is announcing this year's Hometown Fund grantees as part of its continued commitment to strengthening community health across Connecticut. In 2025, CVS Health and the CVS Health Foundation contributed more than $2.61 million in charitable giving across the state, alongside thousands of volunteer hours from colleagues and investments in workforce development initiatives that support local career pathways. The company also provides free health screenings through its Project Health initiative, reaching hundreds of Connecticut residents last year, while continuing to work alongside community-based organizations to address critical needs such as housing, food access, and mental health services – all part of a broader effort to improve health outcomes and expand access to care statewide.

About CVS Health Foundation
The CVS Health Foundation has a proud history of supporting local communities across various regions throughout the United States. The Foundation is dedicated to uniting communities to address health challenges in collaboration with a wide range of nonprofit grantees. The Foundation collaborates on programs that enhance health outcomes, with focus areas including mental well-being, healthy aging, maternal health, health impacts from extreme weather and chronic conditions like cardiovascular disease and diabetes. It also helps lay the groundwork for a healthier future by assisting organizations that address food security and promote educational opportunities. Additionally, the CVS Health Foundation supports CVS Health colleagues by backing the causes that are most meaningful to them through its Matching Gifts, Volunteer Challenge Grants and Children of Colleague Scholarship programs.

Media contact
Courtney Tavener
401-712-3698
Courtney.Tavener@CVSHealth.com

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SOURCE CVS Health

FAQ

What did CVS (NYSE:CVS) announce about the 2026 Hometown Fund in Hartford?

CVS Health Foundation announced $1 million in Hometown Fund grants for 20 Hartford-area nonprofits. According to CVS Health, these grants focus on expanding access to health care, food, stable housing and critical community services in the Greater Hartford region.

How much is CVS Health Foundation investing in Hartford nonprofits through the 2026 Hometown Fund?

CVS Health Foundation is investing $1 million in grants to 20 Greater Hartford organizations. According to CVS Health, this funding supports programs that improve access to health care, address food insecurity, expand stable housing and strengthen essential community services for local residents.

Which types of community needs will CVS (CVS) Hometown Fund grants address in Greater Hartford?

The Hometown Fund grants will address health care access, food insecurity, housing stability and critical community services. According to CVS Health, supported nonprofits work on emergency shelter, housing assistance, mental health, substance use, and services that help families meet everyday wellbeing needs.

Which Hartford organizations are receiving CVS Health Foundation Hometown Fund support in 2026?

Recipients include ImmaCare, Center for Children's Advocacy, Center for Latino Progress, Chrysalis Center and several others. According to CVS Health, additional grantees include Easterseals, Malta House of Care, Urban League of Greater Hartford, YWCA Hartford Region and multiple food, housing and health providers.

How much did CVS (CVS) and its foundation give to Connecticut communities in 2025?

In 2025, CVS Health and CVS Health Foundation contributed more than $2.61 million in charitable giving across Connecticut. According to CVS Health, this was paired with thousands of volunteer hours, workforce development investments and free Project Health screenings for hundreds of state residents.

What is the focus of CVS Health Foundation’s Hometown Fund in Rhode Island and Hartford?

The Hometown Fund focuses on nonprofits in Rhode Island and the Hartford area where CVS colleagues live and work. According to CVS Health, it provides general operating support to organizations improving health care access, nutritious food availability, housing stability and overall community wellbeing.