Massachusetts Catalyst Fund

Reena Singh
reena.singh@bcbsma.com

The Catalyst Fund awards grants to help community-based organizations strengthen their capacity to expand access to healthcare for Massachusetts residents with low-income or those who have been economically, socially, or racially marginalized.

Grants are one-year, non-renewable funds for capacity building expenses. Examples of activities that could be supported include:

• Hiring a grant writer
• Technology enhancements including website development, purchasing equipment or software
• Medical equipment and training (Automated External Defibrillators are not eligible)
• Hiring a trainer on best practices in trauma-informed or equitable service delivery
• Hosting community meetings to engage stakeholders and constituents
• Engaging in leadership, professional development, or technical training opportunities for staff or board members
• Strategic planning activities through the services of a consultant
• Production of marketing or outreach materials

Applications are accepted from:

• Community health centers
• Community-based organizations
• Social service organizations

Award ceiling: $7,500
Project period: 1 year

Links to application instructions and the online application portal are available on the program website.

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Complete applications received by the fifth of each month will be reviewed by a committee later that same month. Applications received after the fifth of the month will be reviewed the following month.