Ten Years In, Blue Health Initiatives Continues to Put Community First For the past 10 years, Blue Health Initiatives has focused on supporting healthier people, stronger communities and a brighter future for Kansas. Launched in 2016 by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas (BCBSKS), Blue Health Initiatives was created to invest in community‑driven solutions that improve health where Kansans live, work and play. Over … Continue reading Blue Health Initiatives: Ten Years. One Mission. Healthier Kansas Communities.

For Linet, food has always been more than a job. It’s connection, comfort and conversation — the kind that can quietly turn a hard day around. This belief is especially meaningful as March marks National Nutrition Month, a time to celebrate the important role food plays in our overall well-being. Nearly three years into her role in Blue’s Cafe, the cafeteria operated by Blue Cross … Continue reading National Nutrition Month: Good food and a good conversation can really change anybody’s disposition for the day.

While blood donation is anonymous, the lives it touches are anything but. They are our friends, loved ones and neighbors – including a Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas (BCBSKS) employee. This January, during National Blood Donor Awareness Month, we’re sharing the story of Kodie and her 16-year-old daughter, Maelie — a powerful reminder of how vital blood donations truly are. Maelie was diagnosed … Continue reading Every Drop Counts: How Blood Donations are Helping One Family Stay Strong

Children race their parents in pulley-powered chairs. Early walkers navigate “Toddler Town,” while older siblings are nearby exploring the outdoors. Adventurous little ones zipline in a safe, kid-friendly environment. These joyful moments of healthy play — and many more across Kansas — were made possible by the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Foundation, which this summer celebrated 20 years of sparking healthier futures … Continue reading Investing in Kansas: Celebrating 20 Years of the BCBSKS Foundation

For more than a century, the building at 645 New Hampshire in Lawrence has helped connect Kansans — first as a postal hub, then a newsroom. Today, it continues that legacy in a new way: as the Lawrence home of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas (BCBSKS). Since purchasing the building in 2019, BCBSKS has embraced its role as caretaker of this historic space … Continue reading Restoring a Legacy: BCBSKS Invests in Historic Lawrence Landmark

At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas (BCBSKS), we believe that a thriving community is built on the foundation of health and wellness. Our commitment to Lawrence and Douglas County goes beyond providing insurance; it encompasses fostering relationships and supporting projects that make these communities better places to live. “We are deeply committed to the well-being of our community,” said Matt All, BCBSKS President/CEO. … Continue reading Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas: Making a Difference in Lawrence and Douglas County

At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas (BCBSKS), we believe that a thriving community is built on the foundation of health and wellness. Our commitment to Hutchinson and Reno County goes beyond providing insurance; it encompasses fostering relationships and supporting projects that make these communities better places to live. “At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, we believe that the health of our … Continue reading Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas: Making a Difference in Hutchinson and Reno County