Boston Scientific Foundation – Regional Grants (Health Cycle)
Grants to Improve Outcomes for People Living With or At Risk for Chronic Disease
The Boston Scientific Foundation supports nonprofit organizations working to improve health outcomes for individuals living with or at risk for non-communicable chronic diseases. Funding is competitive, limited, and awarded through an invitation-only process.
Organization: Boston Scientific Foundation
Support Type: Foundation grants (invitation only)
Geographic Focus: Within 60 miles of select Boston Scientific locations
About the Funder
The Boston Scientific Foundation focuses its health funding on programs aligned with the company’s medical expertise and that deliver measurable benefits to economically disadvantaged populations in communities where employees live and work.
What This Program Supports (Health)
The Health grant cycle funds programs focused on improving care, access, and outcomes related to chronic disease areas including:
• Cancer
• Cardiovascular disease
• Diabetes
• Gastrointestinal disorders
• Neurological disorders
• Respiratory disorders
• Urologic disorders
Programs must primarily serve economically disadvantaged populations and conclude within one year of the grant award.
Eligible Geographic Areas
Programs must serve populations within 60 miles of:
• California (Valencia)
• Georgia (Johns Creek)
• Indiana (Spencer)
• Massachusetts (Cambridge, Marlborough, or Quincy)
• Minnesota (Arden Hills, Maple Grove, Minnetonka, or Rochester)
• Puerto Rico (Dorado or San Juan)
• Texas (Houston)
Funding Amounts
Awards vary based on scale and impact.
Typical grants range from $20,000–$30,000, with occasional larger or smaller awards.
Applicants are encouraged to note whether a partial award would still allow the program to proceed with modifications.
Eligibility & Key Notes
• Must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization
• Programs must primarily benefit economically disadvantaged populations
• Applications are invitation only
• New organizations may submit a Grant Interest Form for future consideration
Ineligible Requests
The Foundation does not support:
• Mental, dental, or vision health programs
• Caregiver-only programs
• Legal or advocacy efforts for health coverage
• Capital campaigns or fundraising
• Medical research or continuing medical education
• Grants to individual schools
• Political or evangelizing activities
Timeline & Review
📅 Applications Accepted: May 1 – July 1
📅 Award Decisions: Early November
Application / Request Process
Invited organizations will be notified approximately one week before the application window opens. Applications are reviewed competitively based on merit, impact, and available funding.
Apply / Learn More:
➡️ https://www.bostonscientific.com/en-US/corporate-responsibility/giving/foundation/regional-grants.html
Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit
This opportunity is ideal for nonprofits delivering direct health interventions related to chronic disease for underserved populations in Boston Scientific communities and seeking meaningful, mid-sized foundation support.
