WILMINGTON — Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield Delaware and the Delaware Community Foundation recently released “The Power of Giving: A Report on the Impact of the BluePrints for the Community Grants 2008-2020,” detailing 12 years of community partnerships and investments.

Established as a donor-advised fund in 2007, BluePrints for the Community has granted more than $22 million to date.

Over 200 community-based partners and nonprofits have received awards to address social determinants of health, reduce health disparities in minority communities, increase access to health care for the uninsured and underserved, recruit and train medical professionals, and support early childhood and youth development and wellness.

“The work of BluePrints for the Community is a truly collaborative effort that relies on collective input and meaningful relationships,” said Nick Moriello, president of Highmark Delaware.

“We could not make this kind of impact without the philanthropic expertise of DCF, diverse insights and volunteered time of our BluePrints for the Community Advisory Council or the unwavering support of the Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield Delaware’s board of directors. Most of all, we rely on the knowledge, experience and leadership of our many wonderful grant partners, who know best what is needed in the communities they serve.”

The report highlights the work, innovative approaches and compassion that Delaware community-based organizations are exemplifying.

“From a thoughtfully designed application to the inclusion of external community members in the review process, to meaningful partnership beyond just financial support, BluePrints for the Community is dedicated to lasting improvements in health for Delawareans,” said Rita Landgraf, the Advisory Council’s chair.

“We are proud to share this report in recognition of our colleagues who are creating a healthy and thriving Delaware.”

The report can be found here.