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# The Health Foundation of Central Massachusetts

Improving the health of those who live or work in the Central Massachusetts Region

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- [Home](https://thfcm.org/) - Welcome to The Health Foundation of Central Massachusetts The mission of The Health Foundation is to use our resources to improve the health of those who live or work in the Central Massachusetts region, with particular emphasis on vulnerable populations and unmet needs. Mission & Values > Learn more about our history > Our Service
- [Resources for Applicants & Grantees](https://thfcm.org/grantmaking/resources-for-applicants-grantees/) - Fiscal Sponsor Information: Emerging nonprofits and/or organizations or coalitions interested in applying to the Foundation through a fiscal sponsor will be asked to complete and submit a Fiscal Sponsor Commitment Form with their grant application materials. For those looking for a fiscal sponsor or considering serving as a fiscal sponsor, the National Council on Nonprofits website has a list of
- [Juli True Dooley, MBA, Director of Programs](https://thfcm.org/about/leadership/juli-true-dooley/) - Juli True Dooley serves as Director of Programs at The Health Foundation, where she helps develop and implement the Foundation’s strategic grantmaking agenda and evaluate its impact across Central Massachusetts. In this role, she manages grantmaking programs and application processes; supports grantees through technical assistance, learning opportunities, and convenings; and works closely with grantees, community
- [Recent News](https://thfcm.org/news/recent-news/) - After Merrimack Valley transit strike: What will it take to keep free buses?Boston Globe, July 15, 2026 Contaminated private wells also need state investmentBoston Globe, July 13, 2026 A Coalition of Color Is Transforming Health Equity in MassachusettsHealthCity - Boston Medical Center, June 19, 2026 Power 100 for 2026: The most influential professionals in Central
- [Leadership](https://thfcm.org/about/leadership/) - Board of Directors The Health Foundation’s Board of Directors oversees its operations, investments, and grantmaking functions. The term of service is three years, with a limitation of nine years. All Directors are current or former residents of Central Massachusetts. 2026 Board of Directors Paula A. Aiello, CPATreasurer Retired CEO/CFO YOU, Inc. Leah M. Bradley, LCSW
- [Newsletters](https://thfcm.org/newsletters/) - 6.16.26 – The Foundation Focus – June, 2026, Issue 37 5.12.26 – The Foundation Focus – May, 2026, Issue 36 4.15.26 – The Foundation Focus – April, 2026, Issue 35 3.10.26 – The Foundation Focus – March, 2026, Issue 34 2.11.26 – The Foundation Focus – February, 2026, Issue 33 1.13.26 – The Foundation Focus
- [Activation Fund](https://thfcm.org/grantmaking/grant-opportunities/activation-fund/) - Activation Fund The Activation Fund provides support for discrete, one-year projects designed to help organizations move to the next level of capacity and effectiveness. This may involve one or more of the following: Guidelines & Application Process Requests for Activation Fund grants are typically considered annually, and the grant period is 12 months in duration,
- [Press Releases](https://thfcm.org/press-releases/) - 4.7.26 – First Central Mass. Family Childcare Incubator Launches 3.16.26 – The Health Foundation of Central Massachusetts Appoints a New Director of Programs 3.9.26 – The Health Foundation of Central Massachusetts Names Christie L. Hager as Board Chair 3.3.26 – Investment by The Health Foundation of Central Mass. in the Southbridge CARES Project Surpasses $1
- [Southbridge CARES](https://thfcm.org/grantmaking/grant-recipients/southbridge-cares/) - Synergy Initiative Round 6 This project is working to develop a multi-tiered, school-based mental health program that leverages tech-enabled products and services to address students’ academic, social-emotional, and college and career needs. The Southbridge CARES project is the product of a collaboration between Clark University’s Mosakowski Institute and Southbridge Public Schools, which co-lead the initiative. Anticipated outcomes
- [Job Description](https://thfcm.org/job-descriptions/) - Director of Strategic Initiatives To view the full job description click here
- [Other Grants](https://thfcm.org/grantmaking/grant-recipients/other-grants/) - Board Designated Grants The Board Designated grantmaking avenue enables The Health Foundation to support strategic opportunities that do not fit the guidelines for either the Activation Fund or the Synergy Initiative. Following are some highlights of recent grant recipients: In 2025, The Health Foundation awarded $250,000 in emergency financial assistance grants to three local community
- [Grantmaking by the Numbers](https://thfcm.org/grantmaking/grantmaking-by-the-numbers/)
- [501(c)3 Fund Governance](https://thfcm.org/donate/501c3-fund-governance/) - The Health Foundation Fund, Inc. is governed by a Board of Directors. The current term of service is one year. Officers and Board Members: Christie L. Hager, JD, MPH, Chair Paula A. Aiello, CPA, Treasurer Sejal M. Daga, MD, FAAP, Secretary Kathryn Y. Lee, MD, Assistant Secretary Diane E Gould, LICSW, MSW, Member Amie Shei, PhD, President 2024 Annual Report
- [Former Board Members 2000-2025](https://thfcm.org/about/leadership/former-board-members/) - George M. Abraham, MD, MPH (2005-2013, Chair 2010-2012)Sarika Aggarwal, MD, MHCM (2015-2017)Randall V. Becker, CPA, MBA (2017-2025)Timothy M. Bibaud, JD (2016-2024, Chair 2021-2023)Sylvia Brice-Touloupis, MS (2001-2002)Alberto J.F. Cardelle, PhD, MPH (2020-2021)Francis R. Carroll* (1999-2000)Mattie Castiel, MD (2002-2010)Alex Corrales, C-PHM (2019-2024)Dennis M. Dimitri, MD, FAAFP (2017-2025, Chair 2024-2025)Henry Dormitzer*Anthony Emerson, DBA (2016-2020)Zoila Torres Feldman, RN, MS* (1999-2000)Catherine S. Fellenz,
- [Community Members on Board Committees](https://thfcm.org/about/leadership/community-members-on-board-committees/) - Audit Committee Eric ColeChief Financial OfficerSeven Hills Foundation John MannilaSr. Vice President & Team LeaderWebster Five Community Outreach Committee Casey Burns, MA(She/Her/Hers)DirectorCoalition for a Healthy Greater Worcester Jose CastroExecutive DirectorEntrepreneurship for All (EforAll) Greater Worcester Mary Giannetti, MS(She/Her/Hers)Director of Resource DevelopmentHeywood Healthcare Julie MeehanExecutive DirectorGardner Community Action Committee Jasmin Rivas, MFAProgram DirectorCoalition for Anti-Racism & Equity
- [Grant Recipients](https://thfcm.org/grantmaking/grant-recipients/) - Grant Recipients Select a grantmaking avenue to view grants awarded in that area. Synergy Initiative Grants (2000-2026) Click on a round to view grants. Round 6 (projects launched in 2024) Family Children Success Project Food Is Medicine for Central MA North Central Massachusetts Employer-Supported Childcare Project Southbridge CARES Round 5 (projects launched in 2020) Encompass (2020–,
- [Synergy Initiative](https://thfcm.org/grantmaking/grant-opportunities/synergy-initiative/) - Synergy Initiative The Synergy Initiative provides funding for collaborative projects that target community identified health issues in Central Massachusetts with integrated, comprehensive strategies and an end goal of systems or policy change. Signature components of the Synergy Initiative model include the integration of professional evaluators who work as collaborative partners throughout the project and close engagement of Foundation staff. The Health
- [Food is Medicine for Central MA](https://thfcm.org/grantmaking/grant-recipients/food-is-medicine-for-central-ma/) - Synergy Initiative Round 6 This project aims to strengthen and support Central Massachusetts regional Food is Medicine providers and expand access to home-delivered medically tailored meals (MTMs) and related services across the region. The project is led by seasoned MTM provider Community Servings, a founding member of the national Food Is Medicine Coalition and co-convener of the Food
- [Private Well Program to Protect Public Health](https://thfcm.org/grantmaking/grant-recipients/private-well-program-to-protect-public-health/) - Synergy Initiative Round 5 Lead by RCAP Solutions, The Private Well Program to Protect Public Health aims to promote better public health and safety for households relying on private wells for drinking water. An estimated 0.5 – 1 million Massachusetts residents rely on private wells for drinking water, but there are no minimum statewide regulations to test
- [Family Childcare Success Project](https://thfcm.org/grantmaking/grant-recipients/family-childcare-success-project/) - Synergy Initiative Round 6 This project aims to increase childcare capacity by developing a comprehensive approach to recruitment, training, education and support for entrepreneurs from diverse backgrounds aspiring to start high-quality, culturally competent family childcare businesses in their communities. The project is led by Family Services of Central Massachusetts, an affiliate of Seven Hills Foundation, which offers
- [News](https://thfcm.org/news/) - News Follow The Health Foundation’s work through recent media coverage, the Foundation Focus newsletter, and press releases. 2026 News News Archives Newsletters Press Releases
- [News Archives](https://thfcm.org/news-archives/) - 2025 News Access to care varies depending on geography, demographicsBoston Globe, December 30, 2025 Improve health in this vital regionSentinel & Enterprise, December 18, 2025 Improve health in this vital regionNashoba Valley Voice, December 18, 2025 Improve health in this vital regionLowell Sun, December 18, 2025 The Health Foundation awards $250K in emergency financial assistance
- [Donors to The Health Foundation Fund ](https://thfcm.org/donate/donors/) - With deep appreciation for their generosity, The Health Foundation Fund, Inc. recognizes those who have demonstrated their confidence in the Fund’s mission by their gifts and memorial contributions. The Legacy Society Members of The Health Foundation Fund’s Legacy Society express their commitment to ensuring the future of The Health Foundation by making major, deferred gifts
- [Strategic Framework](https://thfcm.org/about/strategic-framework/) - In 2025, The Health Foundation embarked on the development of a new five-year strategic plan to guide its next chapter following its 25th anniversary milestone. In order to gather candid feedback from a broad group of stakeholders, The Health Foundation engaged consultants from The Philanthropic Initiative to conduct interviews and focus groups with key internal and
- [Financial Information](https://thfcm.org/about/financial-information/) - The chart below depicts The Health Foundation’s annual grantmaking distributions for the past 5 years. Since the Foundation’s funding priorities are guided by the community, the data reflects the overall scale of annual investments rather than specific issue areas. On an annual basis, The Health Foundation engages an independent auditor to assess the accuracy and
- [About](https://thfcm.org/about/) - Mission & Values Vision We envision a Central Massachusetts region where communities achieve their full potential for health and well-being, ultimately becoming a national model of excellence. Mission To improve the health of those who live or work in the Central Massachusetts region, with particular emphasis on vulnerable populations and unmet needs. Commitment to Health
- [Grant Opportunities](https://thfcm.org/grantmaking/grant-opportunities/) - The Health Foundation does not identify specific health issues as funding priorities; instead, our grantmaking programs are designed to be responsive to the changing health needs of the region as identified by local communities. The Health Foundation makes grants through two primary funding avenues: the Synergy Initiative and the Activation Fund. In special circumstances, other types of grants may be
- [Contact](https://thfcm.org/contact/) - The Health Foundation of Central Massachusetts 446 Main Street, 20th floorWorcester, MA 01608 Tel: (508) 438-0009Office Hours: Monday thru Friday 8:30 am – 5:00 pm Directions The Health Foundation is located in the heart of downtown Worcester. Parking is available in the Worcester Plaza Garage located at 40 Pleasant Street directly behind the building. The third
- [Impact](https://thfcm.org/impact/) - Impact Advocacy Advocacy has been a critical ingredient in The Health Foundation’s recipe for success with its initiatives, with activities ranging from education to lobbying depending on needs and opportunities. Advocacy has helped ensure that the strategies that are piloted, evaluated, refined, and implemented through grants can then be sustained longer-term through policy or systems
- [Eligibility Criteria](https://thfcm.org/grantmaking/eligibility-criteria/) - Types of organizations eligible for funding include: Non-profit organizations with a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) designation as determined by the Internal Revenue Service; Programs or coalitions operating under a fiscal sponsor* with verified tax-exempt status; and Government or quasi-government entities (e.g. municipalities, school districts). *For more information on fiscal sponsorship and links to related resources, including sample
- [Health Equity](https://thfcm.org/about/health-equity/) - The Health Foundation’s Long Held Commitment to Health Equity The Health Foundation is committed to reducing inequities within all aspects of health, including social determinants of health, which are the underlying social and environmental factors that impact health status. The Foundation takes a multifaceted approach to this work, understanding that community engagement, collaboration, technical assistance,
- [Child Abuse Prevention & Protection Collaborative](https://thfcm.org/grantmaking/grant-recipients/child-abuse-prevention-protection-collaborative/) - Synergy Initiative Round 1 The Health Foundation provided nearly $2 million in funding for this collaborative effort to develop a coordinated, community-based effort to prevent child abuse and neglect, establish a continuum of care for victims and their families, and advocate for legislation to address shaken baby syndrome and provide for sexual assault nurse examiners.
- [History](https://thfcm.org/about/history/) - The Health Foundation was formally established in January 1999 with initial assets of approximately $60 million from the sale of Central Massachusetts Health Care, Inc. (CMHC), a physician-initiated, not-for-profit health maintenance organization (HMO) to a for-profit company. The trustees of CMHC envisioned a philanthropic organization dedicated to improving the health of the people in the
- [Privacy Policy](https://thfcm.org/privacy-policy/) - The Health Foundation of Central Massachusetts Privacy Policy This Privacy Policy describes how your personal information is collected, used, and shared when you visit or sign up for emails from https://thfcm.org (the “Site”). Personal Information We Collect When you visit the Site, we automatically collect certain information about your device, including information about your web browser, IP
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- [Service Area](https://thfcm.org/grantmaking/eligibility-criteria/service-area/) - The Health Foundation’s geographic service area for grantmaking consists of the following 81 cities and towns in and around Worcester County. Click to enlarge > Ashburnham, Ashby, Ashland, Athol, Auburn, Ayer, Barre, Bellingham, Berlin, Blackstone, Bolton, Boxborough, Boylston, Brimfield, Brookfield, Charlton, Clinton, Douglas, Dudley, East Brookfield, Fitchburg, Gardner, Grafton, Hardwick, Harvard, Holden, Holland, Holliston, Hopedale,
- [Donate](https://thfcm.org/donate/) - About the Fund In 2000, The Health Foundation created The Health Foundation Fund, Inc. as a 501(c)3 public charity affiliate to establish a vehicle for accepting donations aimed at supporting its mission and for acting as a fiscal sponsor for coalitions or programs without tax-exempt status. Unlike many other healthcare conversion foundations that were created
- [Together For Kids (TFK)](https://thfcm.org/grantmaking/grant-recipients/together-for-kids-tfk/) - Synergy Initiative Round 1 The Health Foundation’s funding of TFK totaled $1.8 million for the development of a mental health consultation model to aid the social-emotional development of preschoolers who presented with challenging behaviors in child care settings. The TFK model demonstrated that with an average of 24 hours of behavioral health consultation for teachers
- [Oral Health Initiative of North Central MA (OHINCM)](https://thfcm.org/grantmaking/grant-recipients/oral-health-initiative-of-north-central-ma-ohincm/) - Synergy Initiative Round 1 The goal of OHINCM was to increase access to dental services and improve the oral health of underserved residents of North Central Massachusetts. A number of comprehensive, integrated and collaborative strategies were implemented in the areas of access, provision of services, education and advocacy. The outcomes of this initiative were substantial.
- [Central MA Oral Health Initiative (CMOHI)](https://thfcm.org/grantmaking/grant-recipients/central-ma-oral-health-initiative-cmohi/) - Synergy Initiative Round 1 The Central Massachusetts Oral Health Initiative (CMOHI) began in early 2000 in response to the urgent need for improved access to oral health care in the Central Massachusetts region. Of particular concern were low-income, uninsured children and families who lacked access to preventive and restorative oral health treatment. CMOHI partners sought
- [Women’s HIV/Domestic Violence Initiative](https://thfcm.org/grantmaking/grant-recipients/womens-hiv-domestic-violence-initiative/) - Synergy Initiative Round 2 The Women’s HIV/Sexual Violence Initiative was a collaborative effort among five partner agencies: AIDS Project Worcester (APW), Family Health Center of Worcester, Inc., Pernet Family Health Service, Rape Crisis Center of Central MA, and YWCA Daybreak. The premise of the project was to address the high rates of HIV/AIDS disease among
- [The Winchendon Project](https://thfcm.org/grantmaking/grant-recipients/the-winchendon-project/) - Synergy Initiative Round 2 In an effort to address mental health and substance abuse issues among 6th-12th graders (approximately 760 students) attending Murdock Middle High School (MMHS) in Winchendon, MA, The Winchendon Project (TWP) was developed in 2007 and implemented from 2008-2012. TWP provided prevention and early intervention for youth suffering from behavioral health problems
- [Hunger-Free & Healthy](https://thfcm.org/grantmaking/grant-recipients/hunger-free-healthy/) - Synergy Initiative Round 2 Hunger-Free & Healthy received $1.5 million in funding from The Health Foundation for a variety of approaches to improve local access to healthy food and to reduce hunger in Worcester. A partnership with the Worcester Public Schools improved the quality of meals offered to 25,000 students. In 2018, 21 schools in
- [Home Again](https://thfcm.org/grantmaking/grant-recipients/home-again/) - Synergy Initiative Round 2 Home Again received over $2.2 million from The Health Foundation to end adult chronic homelessness in Worcester using the “housing first” approach. Home Again documented the efficacy of the “Housing First” approach, including savings in healthcare costs that exceeded the cost of this intervention. Massachusetts then transitioned all of its housing
- [The Choices Program](https://thfcm.org/grantmaking/grant-recipients/the-choices-program/) - Synergy Initiative Round 2 The Choices Program was a comprehensive approach of effective techniques and strategies that directed at-risk young people in Dudley/Webster toward positive alternatives. Through a referral network of linkages by local clubs with school, police, courts, other juvenile justice agencies, social service agencies and community organizations, youth were recruited, needs and interests
- [Worcester Initiative for Supported Reentry (WISR)](https://thfcm.org/grantmaking/grant-recipients/worcester-initiative-for-supported-reentry-wisr/) - Synergy Initiative Round 3 The Health Foundation provided over $2.3 million to Advocates, Inc. for WISR, Wiser Men and Wiser Women to reduce recidivism among men and women who were formerly incarcerated, thereby improving public safety and public health. Key elements in achieving this goal included access to social and health services, housing placement, and
- [Improving Access to Health](https://thfcm.org/grantmaking/grant-recipients/improving-access-to-health/) - Synergy Initiative Round 3 The Health Foundation provided over $900,000 to the Improving Access to Health project. Milford Regional Medical Center (MRMC) identified concerns about access to primary care in its service area and the impact it was having on the emergency department. MRMC brought together a group of community organizations that determined that a
- [The Compass Project](https://thfcm.org/grantmaking/grant-recipients/the-compass-project/) - Synergy Initiative Round 3 The Health Foundation provided close to $1 million to fund The Compass Project to prevent youth and young adult homelessness. A network of providers in Worcester who serve youth and young people at risk of homelessness was created and continues to this day. 2011–2013 - Total Granted: $967,595
- [A Better Life](https://thfcm.org/grantmaking/grant-recipients/a-better-life/) - Synergy Initiative Round 3 The Health Foundation provided over $3 million to the Worcester Housing Authority (WHA) to enable families to achieve economic self-sufficiency and transition out of public housing. WHA aimed to break the persistent cycle of poverty and public housing reliance and transform the lives of its residents with comprehensive wrap-around services that
- [Worcester Regional Food Hub](https://thfcm.org/grantmaking/grant-recipients/worcester-regional-food-hub/) - Synergy Initiative Round 4 The Health Foundation provided over $2.8 million for the development of the Worcester Regional Food Hub (Food Hub). The Food Hub was designed to improve the regional food system by strengthening sustainable agriculture, promoting healthy eating, and fueling economic development. The Food Hub works to increase access to fresh local food
- [Worcester HEARS](https://thfcm.org/grantmaking/grant-recipients/worcester-hears/) - Synergy Initiative Round 4 The Worcester Public Schools received close to $1.9 million for the Worcester’s Healthy Environments and Resilience in Schools Initiative (HEARS) project to implement an evidence-based Flexible Framework to integrate trauma-sensitive routines and individual supports into the school day at four elementary schools and one middle school in Worcester. HEARS brought together
- [ReImagine North of Main](https://thfcm.org/grantmaking/grant-recipients/reimagine-north-of-main/) - Synergy Initiative Round 4 The ReImagine North of Main (RNOM) project received over $2 million to transform the North of Main neighborhood in Fitchburg into a vibrant community where people want to live, work, play and invest. The overall theme was to brand the neighborhood as the “Gateway to Arts and Culture.” The project focused
- [Partnership for Refugee Wellness](https://thfcm.org/grantmaking/grant-recipients/partnership-for-refugee-wellness/) - Synergy Initiative Round 4 The Partnership for Refugee Wellness (PRW) project developed a collaborative model for resettling refugees. PRW worked to position itself for a new opportunity to deliver flexible and integrated case management services to refugees in Worcester through the community health centers participating in the UMass Memorial Accountable Care Organization (ACO). The 2016
- [READYGO](https://thfcm.org/grantmaking/grant-recipients/readygo/) - Synergy Initiative Round 5 The Health Foundation provided over $1 million to fund READYGO (Readying Educators And Developing Young Children for Great Outcomes). The goal of the project was to maximize the number and outcomes of children in Early Education and Care/Head Start programs by creating trauma-informed learning environments through new behavioral management skills to
- [Quaboag Connector](https://thfcm.org/grantmaking/grant-recipients/quaboag-connector/) - Synergy Initiative Round 5 May 2024: A new study commissioned by the Quaboag Connector with funding from The Health Foundation and research support provided by the Center for State Policy Analysis, calls for increased and more equitable State investment in regional transportation. The Quaboag Connector project aims to develop a sustainable, scalable model for rural transportation to increase access to health
- [Encompass](https://thfcm.org/grantmaking/grant-recipients/encompass/) - Synergy Initiative Round 5 The Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (MSPCC) is leading the Encompass: Community and Collaboration for Foster Families project. Encompass is a foster parent supports initiative to improve recruitment and retention of foster parents and outcomes for children in foster care by providing foster parents (including kinship caregivers) with one-on-one
- [North Central Massachusetts Employer - Supported Childcare Project](https://thfcm.org/grantmaking/grant-recipients/north-central-mass-employer-supported-childcare-project/) - Synergy Initiative Round 6 This project is working to expand access to quality childcare for low- and moderate-income working families in the region by developing a model for employer-supported childcare featuring shared funding between employers, families, and the public sector (with this role being filled by philanthropy initially). The project emerged from a coalition of committed business
- [Restricted Funds](https://thfcm.org/donate/restricted-funds/) - Synergy Initiative Fund This fund offers donors the opportunity to augment the impact of The Health Foundation’s multi-year efforts addressing complex problems in our community with the goal of taking proven results and advocating for sustainable systems change. The following are those who have contributed to The Health Foundation Fund to support one of the
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- [Evaluations](https://thfcm.org/impact/evaluations/) - In keeping with its focus on results, The Health Foundation has commissioned four evaluations which culminated in the Formative Evaluation Results, the Evaluation Report for The Health Foundation of Central Massachusetts: Analyses of Their First Five Years of Grantmaking (2000-2005), the Evaluation Report for The Health Foundation of Central Massachusetts: Analyses of Its First Ten
- [Amie Shei, PhD, President and CEO](https://thfcm.org/about/leadership/amie-shei/) - Amie Shei, PhD is President and CEO of The Health Foundation of Central Massachusetts, a health conversion foundation based in the heart of the Commonwealth. Dr. Shei joined the Foundation in 2016 and has served as the president and CEO since April 2022. She leads the Foundation’s efforts to advance health equity and regional equity
- [Daniel P. Germain, Grants and Operations Manager](https://thfcm.org/about/leadership/daniel-germain/) - Daniel Germain joined the Foundation in 2006 and currently serves as the Grants and Operations Manager, providing direct support to the President and CEO. As Grants Manager, Daniel is responsible for administrating the Foundation’s grantmaking database, maintaining the Foundation’s grantmaking history, and tracking and reporting on all areas of grantmaking. Daniel also manages grant contracts,
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- [Mission & Values](https://thfcm.org/about/mission-values/) - Vision We envision a Central Massachusetts region where communities achieve their full potential for health and well-being, ultimately becoming a national model of excellence. Mission To improve the health of those who live or work in the Central Massachusetts region, with particular emphasis on vulnerable populations and unmet needs. Commitment to Health Equity Since its
- [Grantmaking](https://thfcm.org/grantmaking/) - The Health Foundation does not identify specific health issues as funding priorities; instead, our grantmaking programs are designed to be responsive to the changing health needs of the region as identified by local communities. The term “health” is used in its broadest sense, and we are dedicated to eliminating inequities within all aspects of health and
- [Eligibility Quiz](https://thfcm.org/grantmaking/eligibility-criteria/eligibility-quiz/)
- [Fiscal Sponsorships](https://thfcm.org/donate/fiscal-sponsorships/) - Landlord-Tenant Guarantee Program This fund was established by the City of Worcester in partnership with MassLandlords, Inc. and Central Massachusetts Housing Alliance to reduce the perception and potential risk for private property owners and eliminate housing barriers on rental applications for the single adult chronic homeless.