Point32Health Foundation — Aging Equity Grants (2026)
Multi-Year General Operating Support for Healthy Aging & Community Equity
Point32Health Foundation provides multi-year, general operating grants to nonprofits working to improve the health and well-being of older adults. The Foundation prioritizes organizations advancing equity and addressing systemic barriers in communities that have experienced disinvestment.
Organization
Point32Health Foundation
Support Type
General operating grants (multi-year)
Geographic Focus
- Connecticut
- Maine
- Massachusetts
- New Hampshire
- Rhode Island
About the Funder
Point32Health Foundation is the philanthropic arm of Point32Health, focused on advancing healthier communities across New England. The Foundation invests in organizations that address inequities in aging, strengthen community power, and drive systemic change for older adults.
What This Program Supports
The Foundation supports organizations working in healthy aging with an equity lens, including:
Community Building (September Cycle Focus)
- Strengthening community power
- Advancing local solutions for healthier communities
- Supporting older adults through place-based initiatives
Additional Focus Areas (Across Cycles)
- Advocacy and systems change for aging populations
- Policy and organizing efforts to improve conditions for older adults
- Addressing systemic barriers impacting underserved communities
Funding is flexible and can support:
- General operations
- Staff wellness and capacity building
- Leadership development (e.g., executive coaching)
Eligible Support Types
- Multi-year general operating support
- Capacity-building investments
- Community-based programs supporting older adults
Eligibility & Preferences
Applicants should:
- Be nonprofit organizations serving one of the five eligible New England states
- Focus on aging and older adult populations
- Demonstrate a commitment to equity and addressing systemic barriers
- Serve communities most impacted by disinvestment
The Foundation prioritizes organizations advancing long-term, structural change.
Ineligible Requests
While not exhaustively listed, the Foundation generally does not prioritize:
- Organizations outside the five-state geographic focus
- Programs not related to aging or older adult wellbeing
- One-time or short-term project requests without systemic impact
Funding Amounts
Grant amounts are not publicly specified. Awards are typically multi-year and flexible, supporting both operations and organizational capacity.
Timeline & Review
📅 Inquiry Deadline (Community Building Cycle): September 18, 2026
📅 Decision Announcement: December 2026
Process Timeline:
- Inquiry review: By October 18
- Invitation for full proposal (if selected): Early November
- Full proposal due: Early December
- Final decisions: December (after board meeting)
Application / Request Process
The Foundation uses a two-step, invitation-only process:
- Submit a short inquiry form (after eligibility quiz)
- Selected organizations are invited to submit a full proposal
Applicants should:
- Clearly demonstrate alignment with aging and equity priorities
- Highlight community impact and systemic change
- Be prepared for a relationship-based review process
Apply / Learn More:
➡️ https://www.point32healthfoundation.org/funding-grants/how-we-fund/
Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit
This grant is ideal for organizations that:
- Focus on aging, older adults, and community health
- Work in New England states
- Address systemic inequities and community-level challenges
- Seek flexible, multi-year operating support
Corporate Grants Guide Notes
Review Type: Two-stage (inquiry → invitation)
Typical Lead Time: Submit inquiry well before deadline
Best Suited For: Nonprofits advancing healthy aging and equity in New England
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