23 nonprofits across AZ, CT, FL, GA, IL, MO, NJ, PA, TN and TX will help more than 4,700 veterans and their families access stable housing and community-based support

BLOOMFIELD, Conn., Nov. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- More than 4,700 veterans and their families will gain access to community-based support through new grants from The Cigna Group Foundation, the philanthropic arm of The Cigna Group (NYSE:CI). The $3.45 million in funding will support 23 nonprofit organizations providing housing assistance, home builds and repairs, and other services designed to improve housing stability and veteran mental health.

The grants mark the third year of the Foundation's $9 million commitment to improve veteran mental health through housing stability and wraparound services. The initiative supports locally driven projects that increase access to permanent housing, make housing more affordable and connect veterans with services that can help them remain securely housed. In 2025, nonprofit grantees served 8,025 veterans, while more than 200 employees of The Cigna Group contributed over 1,000 volunteer hours to support those organizations.

"Stable housing gives veterans a stronger foundation to focus on their health, their families and their futures," said Sara Quist, president of The Cigna Group Foundation. "By supporting these trusted community-based organizations, we are proud to help more veterans gain a safe place to live, along with services and support that can strengthen their well-being for the long term."

This year's grants will support a range of housing and related services, including nearly 50 new home builds, repairs or modifications, as well as rental, mortgage and utility assistance; housing placement; benefits navigation; mental health services; employment support; and other wraparound services.

23 nonprofit organizations supporting veterans in 10 states

The organizations receiving funding and their project locations are:

• Arizona: Nation's Finest; U.S.VETS – Phoenix
• Connecticut: Homes for the Brave; The WorkPlace
• Florida: Broward Housing Solutions; United Way of Northeast Florida
• Georgia: Rebuilding Together Atlanta; Gary Sinise Foundation
• Illinois: Schuyler County Mental Health Association; Transitional Living Services
• Missouri: Catholic Charities of Kansas City-St. Joseph; Veterans Community Project
• New Jersey: Community Hope, Inc.; Family Promise of Sussex County
• Pennsylvania: Habitat for Humanity Philadelphia; Veterans Leadership Program of Western Pennsylvania, Inc.
• Tennessee: Operation Stand Down Tennessee; United Way of Greater Chattanooga
• Texas: Foundation Communities, Inc.; Texas Wounded Warriors; West Texas Counseling & Guidance
• Multi-state: Homes For Our Troops, with projects in Florida, New Jersey and Texas; Operation Finally Home, with projects in Florida, Georgia and Texas.

Returning grantees from 2024 and 2025 are already delivering positive impact for veterans across the country. For example, the Gary Sinise Foundation's R.I.S.E. program provides specially adapted, mortgage-free homes to severely wounded veterans like Leslie Smith, helping her live independently. 

Learn more about The Cigna Group Foundation's Improving Veteran Mental Health commitment.

About The Cigna Group Foundation
The Cigna Group Foundation is a private foundation funded by contributions from The Cigna Group (NYSE: CI) and its subsidiaries. The Cigna Group Foundation aims to support, collaborate and convene with nonprofit organizations addressing society's greatest health challenges. In addition to increasing access to programs and care in geographies demonstrating significant need, the Foundation responds with humanitarian aid relief during critical times and strengthens colleagues' support of causes through matching donations and volunteer rewards. To learn more, visit www.thecignagroup.com/community. 

About The Cigna Group
The Cigna Group (NYSE:CI) is a global health company committed to creating a better future built on the vitality of every individual and every community. We relentlessly challenge ourselves to partner and innovate solutions for better health. The Cigna Group includes products and services marketed under Cigna Healthcare, Evernorth Health Services or its subsidiaries. The Cigna Group maintains sales capabilities in more than 30 countries and jurisdictions and has more than 180 million customer relationships around the world. Learn more at thecignagroup.com.

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