October 29, 2026

Update to Foundation's geographic footprint for 2027

Point32Health recently made the difficult decision to discontinue the CarePartners of Connecticut (HMO and PPO) Medicare Advantage plans, effective Jan. 1, 2027. Because the Foundation's geographic footprint aligns with the states where Point32Health conducts business, we will conclude Foundation grantmaking and sponsorship activities in Connecticut beginning in 2027.

Connecticut has been an important part of our philanthropic portfolio, and our team is deeply grateful to the nonprofit leaders and community partners whose dedication has advanced health and well-being across the state. Their work has strengthened communities, improved access to care and opportunity, and contributed meaningfully to our mission.

In keeping with our commitment to trust-based philanthropy, the Foundation will honor all existing grant and sponsorship agreements and fulfill all multi-year commitments currently in place. In addition, organizations currently receiving Foundation funding that is scheduled to end in 2026 will receive a one-time unrestricted transition grant in 2027. These grants are intended to recognize our partners' leadership, provide flexible support during this transition and ensure we conclude our relationships in a thoughtful and responsible way.

Grant inquiry form paused; will reopen in January 2027

To begin the funding process, Point32Health Foundation requests that organizations submit a short inquiry form to share how their work may align with the Foundation’s focus.

The grant inquiry form will close tomorrow, Friday, October 30, as we wrap up and reflect on 2026 and plan for next year. Organizations are welcome to submit the inquiry form when it reopens at the beginning of January 2027.

Visit the Foundation website for more information.

Point32Health among most philanthropic companies in Rhode Island

Point32Health earned the #6 spot on the Providence Business News’ list of top corporate givers. To learn more about Point32Health’s commitment to community, read our 2025 Annual Report and our state impact page for Rhode Island.

Grantees gather to exchange passions, knowledge and skills

This week, more than 71 grantee leaders came together for the Foundation's first Offers & Needs Market, a networking event that goes beyond making connections and solves real problems in real time. 

The facilitated gathering, designed by the Post Growth Institute, helps nonprofit professionals, consultants and service providers exchange resources. Through the session, participants defined what they need and what they can offer, connecting people, ideas and solutions on the spot.

The Offers and Needs Market is a transformative process like no other event, and we’re grateful for all that was shared! We plan to offer more in-person and virtual Offers & Needs Markets in 2027.

Mass. Senior Action Council celebrates 45 years of impact

Earlier this month, Massachusetts Senior Action Council (MSAC) celebrated their 45th anniversary and Executive Director Carolyn Villers' 21 years of service.

In April 1981, 27 people from five cities came together to unite their voices and change their communities for the better, launching the Massachusetts Senior Action Council (MSAC). Today, MSAC has over 1,100 members, 30 affiliated groups, and six active chapters located in Boston, Bristol County, Cambridge/Somerville, Greater Springfield, Metro North, and North Shore communities. Carolyn Villers has led the organization towards so many tremendous accomplishments during her tenure, advancing housing, healthcare and civic participation among older adults.

The joyful celebration featured keynote remarks from Rep. Ayanna Pressley, a tribute video with reflections from mayors across the Commonwealth and MSAC members, a proclamation for Carolyn from Emily Shea on behalf of the City of Boston, the recognition of five members, and an award to Carolyn, introduced by her daughter.

Connecticut leaders come together to end homelessness

CT CAN End Homelessness is a transformative, statewide campaign led by the Connecticut Coalition to End Homelessness and grounded in a Collective Impact framework, focused on preventing and solving homelessness in Connecticut.

Earlier this year, the coalition brought leaders from across Connecticut to the National Alliance to End Homelessness' Capitol Hill Day. The group strengthened relationships with their Congressional delegation, commended them for passing the bipartisan 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, and discussed policy changes and opportunities.

Participants brought back practical strategies for expanding prevention and diversion efforts, improving system flow, strengthening partnerships across healthcare and community systems, and creative tools and resources to achieve better outcomes.

Developing a roadmap for Maine Caregivers

Caring for someone with Alzheimer's disease or another form of dementia can be overwhelming. To help, Spectrum Generations (the Central Maine Area Agency on Aging) worked with partner organizations and caregivers in the community to develop a free guidebook to help Maine caregivers feel more informed, prepared and empowered as they navigate dementia care.

Adapted with permission from a guide created by the State of Connecticut, this resource provides information about what to expect, key action steps throughout the caregiving journey, available supports and services, helpful checklists and space for notes.

Download the free guidebook or request a print copy

20 years of growing community in the Granite State

Last week, ORIS hosted its first ever Night of Nations Gala; a celebration of 20 years of assisting new American families in New Hampshire and beyond.

The organization first launched with a New American Sustainable Agriculture Program to support Bantu and Somali farmers who were new to the country. Over time, as new needs emerged, the organization grew to support over 500 clients from over 40 different countries on an annual basis. Today, ORIS operates programs focused on healthy food access, housing, workforce development, school placement, cultural orientation and youth programming.

ORIS was recently featured in a Boston Globe piece, highlighting the organization's Dunbarton Fresh Start Farms site and 10-year impact in growing New Hampshire’s local food movement, including making fresh, local food accessible and affordable for all New Hampshire residents. 

Rhode Island older adults lead the conversation

Senior Agenda Coalition of Rhode Island (SACRI)'s Age of Influence Conference & Expo brought together nearly 200 older adults, community leaders and policymakers to explore the economic power of older adults.

Participants heard updates from U.S. Senator Jack Reed, U.S., Congressman Gabe Amo, State Representative Lauren Carson and State Senator Lou DiPalma and celebrated awardees leading healthy aging work across the Ocean State.

The program also included a keynote address that reinvigorated the audience as well as a panel discussion featuring community leaders who shared their perspectives on aging and the needs of older adults across Rhode Island.

At the event, SACRI executive director, Carol Anne Costa reminded everyone: “Rhode Island’s older adults aren’t just part of the conversation. We are leading it!” A recap of the event was recently featured in RI News Today, including the photo above.

An age-friendly plan for the Commonwealth

The Executive Office of Aging & Independence (AGE) recently launched a new way to explore the work underway across state government to make Massachusetts a great place to grow up and grow older; the ReiMAgine Aging 2030 website.

Last year, ReiMAgine Aging 2030 was released as the Commonwealth’s age- and dementia-friendly state plan, providing a shared vision and framework for action through 2030.

Explore the new interactive website to learn the plan's vision and progress so far.

Maine’s Ending Hunger Shared Communications Toolkit

Support existing communications work with this suite of shared communications tools from Full Plates Full Potential. The toolkit includes Instagram posts, newsletter content and a downloadable PDF to create a common baseline of understanding around food insecurity in Maine and the collective efforts in place to help address it. Specific directions for each element are included in the “Read Me” document in the toolkit. 

Access the tools.

New toolkit on how to talk about aging

Looking for ready-to-use materials to support your age-positive outreach efforts? The National Council on Aging's Age-Positive Advocacy Toolkit includes messaging guidance, newsletter content, social media graphics, talking points and other resources on topics such as senior centers, transportation, affordable housing, food costs and Medicare affordability.

Access the toolkit to learn more.

Colleagues, friends and families take steps to end Alzheimer's

Last weekend wrapped up Point32Health's annual season of Walk to End Alzheimer's events. Colleagues participated in eight walks across New England and in additional communities where our affiliate organizations are based as well as where colleagues live and work. Colleagues also participated in a learning event with the Alzheimer's Association and a mini-golf tournament at our Canton, Mass. office all to raise awareness and funds for people living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. Together, colleagues, friends and family supported the cause.

The team raised more than $50,000 to increase awareness, reduce stigma and support vital programs, including policies for those impacted and research to advance treatments. The Foundation will match all funds raised – with total combined contributions exceeding $100,000.

There's still time to support the Point32Health team and get your donation matched! Fundraising ends on Oct. 31. Visit the team page to donate to the team.

Point32Health teams up with the Boston Celtics to advance maternal health

Ten colleagues and family members volunteered alongside the Boston Celtics at the Boston Medical Center Curbside Care celebration. Volunteers helped with the event’s “Supermarket Sweep” experience, supporting BMC patients and families as they team up to shop a makeshift grocery store, selecting health-conscious, culturally inclusive ingredients to assemble a balanced, kid-friendly school lunch.

Tufts Health Plan is proud to be a presenting sponsor of the Curbside Care program with the Boston Celtics. Curbside Care is a mobile unit that is transported to patients’ homes to provide comprehensive care to moms and babies in underserved neighborhoods. The mobile unit includes a nurse practitioner, certified nurse midwife, lactation counselor and a community wellness advocate, who help ensure moms and babies get the care and attention they deserve. These patients are also provided with additional medical and mental health resources, should they need them, along with day-to-day necessities such as diapers, food, formula and clothing. This initiative addresses the prevalent health disparities within maternal health.

This monthly round-up is organized by due dates. For additional information, please contact funders directly.

October 30 | LEF at The Boston Foundation

• Geography: Greater Boston
• Focus: Inclusion

October 30 | Safety Net Grants at The Boston Foundation

• Geography: Greater Boston
• Focus: Basic needs

November 30 | DoorDash – Project DASH

• Geography: National
• Focus: Food

November 30 | The National Institute of Justice FY 2026 Research on the Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation of Elderly Individuals

• Geography: National
• Focus: Older adults

Rolling | New Hampshire Children’s Health Foundation 

• Geography: N.H.
• Focus: Nonprofits experiencing reductions, delays or termination of funding, or facing increased demand for services

Rolling | United Way Rhode Island Emergency Funding

• Geography: R.I.
• Focus: Emergent needs caused by unforeseen events

Rolling | United Way Massachusetts Bay Response Fund

• Geography: Boston, Chelsea, Haverhill, Lawrence, Lowell, Lynn, Malden, Quincy, Salem and Taunton, Mass.
• Focus: Immediate needs

Rolling | Emergent Fund

• Geography: National
• Focus: Rapid response

Rolling | The Smart Family Fund

• Geography: National
• Focus: leadership development for nonprofits

Rolling | Black Farmer Fund

• Geography: Conn., Maine, Mass., N.H., R.I., Vt., N.J., N.Y., and Pa.
• Focus: Food, rapid response

Rolling | New Commonwealth Fund Immediate-Need Investments

• Geography: Mass.
• Focus: Immediate needs

Rolling | New England Grassroots Environment Fund Seed Grants

• Geography: New England
• Focus: Environment, launching new projects

Rolling | Haymarket's Urgent Response Grants

• Geography: New England
• Focus: Rapid response

The following list consists of events in community that the Foundation team is attending, sponsoring or could serve as a resource to you and your organization. For additional information, please contact event organizers directly.

Age-Friendly Rhode Island Webinar: Preparing for What’s Ahead: Climate Resilience and Older Adults

Date: Friday, October 30

Location: Virtual

Partnership for Strong Communities 2026 Conn. Affordable Housing Conference

Date: Monday, November 16 and Tuesday, November 17

Location: Virtual

Aging Well: A Community Approach to Growing Older

Date: Monday, November 16

Location: Pryde Community Center, Hyde Park, Mass

The Transportation for Maine 2026 Summit: Closing the Distance Between Us

Date: Tuesday, November 17

Location: Governor Hill Mansion, 136 State Street, Augusta, Maine

Massachusetts Food System Forum

Date: Thursday, November 19

Location: Holy Cross, Worcester, Mass.

Maine Association for Nonprofit’s Together for Good Conference

Date: Thursday, November 19

Location: Hilton Garden Inn Auburn Riverwatch, Auburn, Maine

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