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Healthier Communities

We strive to support those who are disproportionately at risk to adverse health outcomes by funding innovative and action-oriented health and wellbeing programs. We're taking a concentrated interest in mental and behavioral health. 

Program Focus Areas

We strive to support those who are disproportionately at risk to adverse health outcomes by funding innovative and action-oriented programs with a focus on mental and behavioral health. We aim to:

  • Decrease stigma, discrimination, and social isolation by transforming the way we think and talk about mental health.
  • Support youth with early intervention resources.
Our grant funding also supports programs and initiatives that:
  • Improve the lives of people, families, and care partners affected by cancer.
  • Address food and housing insecurity to ensure safe and stable living conditions.
  • Enhance accessibility and wellbeing for individuals with disabilities.
  • Ensure access to essential health services.

 

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Requests for Contributions

Requests are considered throughout the year and are reviewed by our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) representatives in our local areas.

Please contact the CSR representative in your community before completing an application:

Corporate:
Cary Olson Cartwright
carolynolson@unum.com

Baton Rouge, Louisiana:
Jacquelyn Webb
jwebb4@unum.com

Chattanooga, Tennessee:
Rachel Hargis
rhargis@unum.com

Atlanta, Georgia:
Jacquelyn Webb
jwebb4@unum.com

Columbia, South Carolina:
Marie McGehee
ammcgehee@coloniallife.com

Portland, Maine:
Kelly Thayer
kthayer2@unum.com
Charitable Giving Guidelines
 
Unum does not fund:
  • Organizations that have a written policy of discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or protected veteran status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression
  • Religious or anti-religious organizations and activities
  • Institutions or organizations that promote violence or discrimination
  • Political institutions or campaigns
  • Capital or endowment campaigns that don’t align with our program objectives
  • For-profit businesses
  • College or university associations, alumni dues or alumni activities
  • Individuals or families (directly)
  • Civic groups, rotaries, social clubs and social club foundations (sororities, fraternities, etc.)
  • School groups or clubs
  • Organizations whose primary mission is animal welfare
  • Athletic events, teams, Little Leagues, etc. with limited funding for walks/runs and tournaments (prior approval required before applying)