Grants Awarded to Local Cultural Councils that Support Age and Dementia Friendly Programs

by James Fuccione | Apr 1, 2025 | News and Updates

The Mass Cultural Council announced $7.5 million to more than 7,300 Community-Based Projects across the state – several involve older adults and intergenerational activity. There are 329 local and regional councils (LCCs) that represent all 351 cities and towns...

Age-Friendly Funding Alerts: New Grants from Mass Cultural Council, Safety Net Grants, One Stop for Growth and Municipal Digital Equity Planning, Launchpad Program

by James Fuccione | Mar 5, 2025 | News and Updates

The Massachusetts Healthy Aging Collaborative is pleased to promote the following funding opportunities that support inclusive age- and dementia friendly communities: Safety Net Grants Special Round, The Boston Foundation (deadline, March 11) The Boston Foundation is...

Healey-Driscoll Administration Announces $5.8 Million in Grants to Expand Mobility for Older Adults, People with Disabilities, and Low-Income Individuals

by James Fuccione | Mar 5, 2025 | News and Updates

The Healey-Driscoll Administration is awarding $5.8 million in funding to 44 organizations for 56 projects that expand and enhance mobility for older adults, people with disabilities, and low-income individuals across Massachusetts. The awards are provided through the...

Age-Friendly Funding Alerts: Deadline Less Than One Week for AARP Community Challenge Grant

by James Fuccione | Feb 26, 2025 | News and Updates

The Massachusetts Healthy Aging Collaborative is pleased to promote the following funding opportunities that support inclusive age- and dementia friendly communities: 2025 AARP Community Challenge Grant, AARP (deadline, March 5th) AARP’s Community Challenge grant...

MBI Announces Launchpad Grant Program to Support Digital Equity

by James Fuccione | Feb 26, 2025 | News and Updates

The Massachusetts Broadband Institute (MBI) announced the new Launchpad Program, a $9.44 million grant program to support digital equity activities across Massachusetts. The program, funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, supports the expansion of digital...