Eluna earns another year of grant support from The Cigna Group Foundation to Address Youth Mental Health Crisis
PHILADELPHIA, November 25, 2025 – Eluna has been awarded a grant of $125,000 from The Cigna Group Foundation, the philanthropic arm of The Cigna Group (NYSE: CI), to help address the youth mental health crisis. The grant will support Camp Erin, Eluna’s national bereavement program, by enhancing its caregiver curriculum, providing in-person caregiver support workshops, expanding family camp programs, and offering an online workshop series for youth-serving professionals and caregivers.
“The Cigna Group Foundation’s continued generous support allows Eluna to expand our reach and impact at a time when young people and families need it most,” said Mary FitzGerald, CEO of Eluna. “Equipping caregivers and professionals with the knowledge and infrastructure needed to support grieving children and teens is a priority and we are grateful to The Cigna Group Foundation for its collaboration.”
“Local nonprofits continue to be a tremendous source of support for kids and teens grappling with mental health issues, and we are thrilled to team up with Eluna again to advance their program that will help with post-pandemic stress among youth,” said Melissa Skottegaard, board chair, The Cigna Group Foundation. “The youth mental health crisis continues to weigh heavily on our communities, and it is our privilege to partner with trusted nonprofits to continue this important work.”
According to an analysis by The Cigna Group’s Evernorth Research Institute, the number of young people with mental health conditions has increased 28% since 2018, and the number of young people with at least two mental health diagnoses has risen 48% over the same period.
Inadequate levels of social and emotional functioning are increasingly recognized as central to many public health problems, and more than two out of three children and adolescents experience trauma by age 16.
The Cigna Group Foundation has a long history of supporting nonprofits, and in 2024 announced a philanthropic and community engagement initiative committing more than $27 million in grants over three years to nonprofit organizations focused on improving youth mental health, improving veteran mental health, and reducing barriers to health equity.
More information on The Cigna Group Foundation’s youth mental health grant program can be found here. Additional information about Eluna, its camps, and online resources can be found at www.elunanetwork.org.
About Eluna
Eluna’s mission is to support children, teens, and families impacted by grief or addiction. Founded in 2000, we offer community-building camps, interpersonal connections and a continuum of support for youth and families. Eluna’s three signature programs are provided at no cost: Camp Erin, the largest grief camp network for youth ages 6-17; Camp Mariposa, an addiction prevention and mentoring program for youth ages 9-17; and the Eluna Resource Center, which provides research-based education and personalized support. Eluna has supported over 60,000 youth campers and their families through our network of partnerships with over 50 non-profit community organizations across the US and Canada. Together we provide in-depth programming and data-driven evaluation to ensure high standards of care and positive outcomes. Follow Eluna on social media at @elunanetwork, or for more information visit ElunaNetwork.org.
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.
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.
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