Foundation Awards Emergency Mid-Year Grants

The Foundation’s annual grant-making process kicks off each fall, but occasionally there are exceptions when emergency grant requests are received. During 2022, over and above the $800,000 in grants made during the FY2021-22 regular grant cycle, four organizations benefited from an additional $50,000 disbursed by the Foundation in support of mental wellness and crisis support for youth, and substance use recovery services and awareness.

Latino Education Institute – Worcester State University: $15,000

One Circle: Engaging Middle School Girls in Identity, Culture & Wellness Program

Recovery City: $10,000

Operating costs for documentary on Women in Recovery

Revive of the USA: $10,000

Increased staffing to meet demand for movement therapy services for individuals in recovery

Shrewsbury Youth and Family Services: $15,000

Crisis Support Services – Expansion to minimize waitlist

About Reliant Foundation

Established in 1988, Reliant Foundation is an independent public charity, not affiliated with any health care facility or medical group, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of individuals of all ages in the Central and MetroWest regions of Massachusetts. As a 501(c)3 charity, the Foundation offers grants to non-profit organizations within its service area for the purpose of supporting programs that battle critical public health issues like substance use disorder, and children’s mental health. Our charity partners provide life-saving Recovery Coaching, Tele-Mental health and Behavioral health, Grief Counseling, and more to thousands of individuals in our community. For more information, please visit www.reliantfoundation.org