Centene Foundation 2025 Grant Cycle #1
Centene Foundation
Weighted Score
Amount
$10K - $500K
Deadline
2025-05-31
LOI Required
No
Funder Type
corporate foundation
Centene Foundation Grant Cycle #1
Priority: ⍠DEADLINE PASSED - PROGRAM NOW INVITE-ONLY Original Deadline: May 31, 2025
â ď¸ DEADLINE STATUS
| Deadline | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Grant Cycle #1 | May 31, 2025 | â PASSED |
| Future Cycles | N/A | đ´ INVITATION-ONLY |
Critical Notice: Centene Foundation has transitioned to an invitation-only model. Public grant applications are no longer accepted. Future funding requires established relationship with Centene.
Strategy: Build relationship with Centene Florida Medicaid program contacts for potential future invitation.
Quick Facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Funder | Centene Foundation |
| Program | Grant Cycle #1 2025 |
| Amount | $10,000 - $500,000 |
| Deadline | May 31, 2025 |
| Type | Foundation |
| Prior Relationship | Unknown |
Critical Alert
â ď¸ LAST PUBLIC CYCLE - After 2025, Centene Foundation is transitioning to an invitation-only model. This is the final opportunity to apply through the open grant cycle.
Funding Details
- Award Range: $10K - $500K
- Duration: Typically 12-24 months
- Cost Sharing: Not required
- Indirect Costs: Check application guidelines
Eligibility
- 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations
- Health-focused initiatives
- Community health programs
- Geographic focus: National (Centene service areas preferred)
Application Requirements
- Online application through Centene Foundation portal
- Organizational overview
- Project narrative
- Budget and budget narrative
- Outcomes and evaluation plan
- 501(c)(3) determination letter
Strategic Alignment
Recommended Route
Route 4: NHELP as Vehicle - Mobile health delivery infrastructure
Why This Fits
- Health Equity Focus: Centene serves Medicaid populations aligned with NHELP mission
- Community Health: Mobile health centers address access barriers
- SDOH Screening: FIU Thrive capabilities match Centene priorities
- Scale Potential: Entry grant could lead to larger partnership
Alignment Scores
| Dimension | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Funder Alignment | 4.0 | Medicaid/managed care focus |
| Capability Match | 4.0 | Community health delivery |
| Success Probability | 3.5 | Last open cycle - competitive |
| Strategic Value | 4.0 | Payer relationship potential |
| Resource Efficiency | 3.5 | Moderate application effort |
| Weighted Score | 3.85 | Pursue |
Application Strategy
Recommended Framing
"NeighborhoodHELP proposes to expand mobile health services reaching [X] Medicaid-eligible residents in Miami-Dade County, addressing transportation barriers and improving preventive care access through community-based screening and navigation..."
Key Points to Emphasize
- Medicaid Population Service: NHELP serves populations enrolled in Centene plans
- Care Coordination: FIU Thrive platform enables closed-loop referrals
- Cost Savings: Preventive care reduces emergency department utilization
- Community Trust: 15+ years of mobile health delivery
Timeline
| Date | Action |
|---|---|
| Feb 2025 | Begin application development |
| Mar 2025 | Complete draft narrative |
| Apr 2025 | Internal review and refinement |
| May 15, 2025 | Final review |
| May 31, 2025 | SUBMISSION DEADLINE |
Contacts
- Foundation Website: centenefoundation.org
- Application Portal: Check website for current cycle
- FIU Grants Office: Coordinate for submission
Supporting Documents
In This Folder
application/- Application materialsresearch/- Funder researchdrafts/- Application draftssupporting-docs/- Letters, data, attachments
Notes
- Monitor Centene Foundation website for application portal opening
- Build relationship with Centene Florida Medicaid program contacts
- Consider proposing pilot that could scale with Centene partnership
- Document any existing Centene health plan member service data
Alignment Scores
3.90
Weighted Score
Contacts
Strategic Notes
DEADLINE PASSED - Foundation now INVITATION-ONLY. Build relationship for future.