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New York, NY – March 13, 2025—Throughout February, EmblemHealth strengthened its commitment to community well-being through initiatives addressing availability of healthy food, cultural celebrations, and nonprofit governance. From hosting farmers markets and providing 350 vouchers for free produce to hosting Nonprofit Board Con, EmblemHealth reinforced its commitment to community engagement.
In February, EmblemHealth Neighborhood Care distributed 350 free produce bags at farmers markets across New York City. This effort aimed at addressing food insecurity was made possible by partnerships with local leaders, including:
- New York State Senator Roxanne Persaud
- New York State Assembly Member Clyde Vanel
- New York City Council Member Crystal Hudson
- New York City Council Member Oswald Feliz
- New York City Council Member Yusef Salaam
In honor of Heart Health Month, Neighborhood Care promoted its free, self-serve blood pressure checks available at all 15 locations. Visitors are encouraged to stop by their local Neighborhood Care location to monitor their blood pressure and connect with a Customer Care Navigator for assistance in finding a nearby primary care provider (PCP).
Additionally, EmblemHealth sponsored Nonprofit BoardCon 2025, contributing to a dialogue on effective nonprofit governance, leadership, and impact. The event gathered nonprofit leaders from various industries and included panels that examined effective board service, practical operational strategies for nonprofits, and how to fulfill nonprofit missions.
“Nonprofit organizations are the cornerstone of New York’s communities. As a not-for-profit health insurer, we understand how vital the collaboration between the boards of directors and executive leadership is for the success of mission-driven work,” said EmblemHealth’s Executive Chair Karen Ignagni when delivering welcome remarks.
Visit emblemhealth.com/events, email neighborhood@emblemhealth.com, or call 800-274-2950 (TTY: 711) to learn about events EmblemHealth will host or participate in and find a local Neighborhood Care location.
About EmblemHealth
EmblemHealth is one of the nation’s largest not-for-profit health insurers, serving members across New York’s diverse communities with a full range of commercial and government-sponsored health plans for employers, individuals, and families. With a commitment to value-based care, EmblemHealth partners with top hospitals and doctors, including its AdvantageCare Physicians, to deliver quality, affordable, convenient care. At over a dozen EmblemHealth Neighborhood Care locations, members and non-members can receive community-based health and wellness guidance and resources. For more information, visit emblemhealth.com.