Harvard Pilgrim Health Care and Tufts Health Plan colleagues direct grants to nine area community nonprofit organizations
September 14, 2026
Canton, MA — Harvard Pilgrim Health Care and Tufts Health Plan today announced nine grants through its philanthropic arm, the Point32Health Foundation. The grants, directed by Point32Health’s Colleague Resource Groups (CRG), will go to nine nonprofit community organizations in the region to help improve health outcomes. In addition to the grants, colleagues will engage with the organizations through volunteer service or other opportunities throughout the coming year.
“Our colleagues care deeply about our communities and the issues impacting them, and they bring perspectives that help us better understand where we can make a difference,” said Peter Church, chief people & culture officer at Point32Health. “Giving our Colleague Resource Groups a voice in where we show up helps extend our Community of Care to the vibrant neighborhoods and people we serve.”
The Point32Health Foundation builds on a tradition of service and giving to support communities throughout the region. As the philanthropic arm of Point32Health, the parent company of Harvard Pilgrim Health Care and Tufts Health Plan, the Point32Health Foundation is a nonprofit that has its own board of directors and dedicated source of funding. All grants and matching gifts to community-based organizations come exclusively from an invested fund to support the Foundation’s work. This helps ensure that the Foundation has a consistent source of funding to help strengthen communities year after year.
“Point32Health colleagues worked alongside Foundation staff to identify a community issue that reflects their group’s affinity, researched nonprofits in the region, reviewed proposals and ultimately made a funding recommendation,” said Beth Chandler, executive director of the Point32Health Foundation. “This partnership helps colleagues develop a deeper understanding of community needs, nonprofit leadership and the role philanthropy can play in advancing positive change.”
One-year general operating grants will be provided to the following nonprofit organizations:
Building Dreams for Marines (Statewide, New Hampshire)
Nominated by the Military Veterans CRG, for improving the health and wellbeing of active duty and veteran service members.
Chica Project (Greater Boston, Massachusetts)
Nominated by the Unidos CRG, for advancing leadership development in the Latine community.
Doc Wayne Youth Services, Inc. (Statewide, Massachusetts)
Nominated by the Flourish CRG, for promoting lifelong health and well-being for youth through physical activity, mental health awareness and education.
Empowering People for Inclusive Communities (EPIC) (Boston, Massachusetts)
Nominated by Young Professionals Network CRG, for providing youth living with disabilities with the skills needed to gain employment, higher education and independent living.
Girls’ LEAP (Boston, Massachusetts)
Nominated by Black Professionals CRG, for fostering resilience, safety and leadership opportunities.
LGBTQ Senior Housing (Greater Boston, Massachusetts)
Nominated by the Pride Point CRG, for building social connection and community with LGBTQ+ older adults.
Little Brothers – Friends of the Elderly (Boston, Massachusetts)
Nominated by the Multicultural Connections CRG, for creating inclusive communities through cross-cultural and intergenerational connections.
Sweet Inspirations (Worcester County, Massachusetts)
Nominated by the Abilities + CRG, for advancing alternative community programs that foster inclusion and opportunity for people with disabilities.
The Wish Project (Lowell, Massachusetts)
Nominated by the Women & Allies Network CRG, for addressing pathways to stability and providing basic needs.
About Point32Health
Point32Health, the parent company of Harvard Pilgrim Health Care and Tufts Health Plan, is a leading not-for-profit health and well-being organization dedicated to delivering high-quality, affordable health care. Serving nearly 2 million members, our purpose is to guide and empower healthier lives.