2026 Annual Grant Cycle

2026 Annual Grant Cycle is sponsored by Reliant Foundation. Offers grants for various programs, including mental health initiatives.

Applying for Community Grants -Reliant Foundation The deadline to apply for the next grant cycle (2026) is October 9, 2026 at noon. We encourage meetings with new applicants at least 30 days before submitting a request. Download our Grant Proposal Guidelines here .

Reliant Foundation awards community grants for charitable projects, programs and initiatives of 501(c)3 non profit organizations in our service area that improve the health and well-being of individuals of all ages in the Central and MetroWest regions of Massachusetts .

Programs that focus on substance use disorder (primarily the opioid epidemic), mental health/behavioral health services for children and youth, and programs and initiatives which reduce stigma around these issues will be given top priority. Our grants range in size between $2,500 to $30,000.

If additional funds remain, we may consider collaborations and programs aligned with the following CHIPs (Community Health Improvement Plans): Worcester , MetroWest , North Central and Greater Milford and/or the priorities of the Community Health Network Areas (CHNAs) within our service area . Who is Eligible to Apply? Non-profit, tax-exempt 501(c)3 organizations based in our service area may apply .

Organizations without tax-exempt status may apply through an established non-profit, tax-exempt organization that agrees to provide fiscal oversight. No grants will be made directly to individuals, public or for-profit businesses. Sponsorships, field trips, pageants, sports teams, PTA/PTO requests and requests that support a single individual are not accepted.

We do not typically fund salaries or licensing fees. Geographic Area Serviced by the Reliant Foundation What Should be Included in a Grant Proposal to Reliant Foundation? To be considered for a community grant, follow the instructions included in our grant proposal guideline documen t .

Applications that do not conform to the guidelines are not likely to be considered. When are Proposal Deadlines? How Quickly are Proposals Reviewed?

Proposals from non-profit organizations requesting funding from Reliant Foundation must be received by the due date with no exceptions , for consideration during our 2025 grant review period. We currently have one granting cycle annually. Late or incomplete submissions will not be considered.

Materials submitted after the deadline may be considered in the next application cycle in 2026. Proposals that conform to all guidelines are t ypically considered within seven (7) weeks after deadline date . Please consider mailing or emailing your proposal in early so we have ample time to review.

Please Note: A brief project report giving updates and initial outcomes within six months of the grant award letter date is required in order to qualify for future funding. Call us at (508)-231-4663 or send us an email at foundation@reliantfoundation. org .

Mail or deliver proposals to: 311 Main Street, Suite 202 Electronic submissions will also be accepted at foundation@reliantfoundation. org . 311 Main Street, Suite 202 foundation@reliantfoundation.

org Reliant Foundation serves 70 towns in Central and MetroWest Massachusetts.