Kraft Prize for Excellence and Innovation in Community Health is sponsored by Mass General Brigham. Prize recognizing transformative organizations or programs making a measurable impact on community health outcomes.

Kraft Prize for Excellence and Innovation in Community Health | Mass General Brigham Skip to pause video preview Are you changing the landscape of community health? You may be eligible for the $100,000 Kraft Prize for Community Health Excellence and Innovation! Now accepting applications!

</p>\r\n"}}" role="region" aria-label="Featured Content"> Kraft Prize for Excellence and Innovation in Community Health Are you changing the landscape of community health? You may be eligible for the $100,000 Kraft Prize for Community Health Excellence and Innovation! Now accepting applications!

The Kraft Prize for Excellence and Innovation in Community Health recognizes and celebrates transformative organizations, programs, or innovations that are making a measurable impact on health outcomes and have the potential to serve as scalable models for improving community health.

</p>\r\n<p>The winner will demonstrate a clear and measurable impact on community health in at least one of the following priority outcomes:</p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Cancer</li>\r\n<li>Cardiometabolic disease</li>\r\n<li>Maternal health</li>\r\n<li>Substance use disorder</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p>Innovations can include efforts that address access and quality of care or social factors such as food insecurity, economic mobility, or housing stability that impact these health outcomes.

</p>\r\n"}}"> The Kraft Prize for Excellence and Innovation in Community Health recognizes and celebrates transformative organizations, programs, or innovations that are making a measurable impact on health outcomes and have the potential to serve as scalable models for improving community health.

The winner will demonstrate a clear and measurable impact on community health in at least one of the following priority outcomes: Innovations can include efforts that address access and quality of care or social factors such as food insecurity, economic mobility, or housing stability that impact these health outcomes.

\r\n<li><b>Prize:</b> One exceptional program or innovation will receive $100,000 and the opportunity to present at the <a href=\"https://worldmedicalinnovation. org/\" target=\"_blank\">Mass General Brigham World Medical Innovation Forum</a>, and tailored support and mentorship through the Mass General Brigham Innovation ecosystem. </li>\r\n<li><b>Application:</b> <a href=\"https://mgb.

smapply. us/\" target=\"_blank\">Applications are due on April 30, 2026. </a> The review process will take place in May and June and the winner and finalists will be announced in the summer prior to the World Medical Innovation Forum.

</li>\r\n<li><b>Finalists:</b> Two finalists will each receive $10,000 and an invitation to the <a href=\"https://worldmedicalinnovation. org/\" target=\"_blank\">Mass General Brigham World Medical Innovation Forum</a>.

</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n"}}" id="text-603fe8fc97" class="cmp-text"> Prize: One exceptional program or innovation will receive $100,000 and the opportunity to present at the Mass General Brigham World Medical Innovation Forum , and tailored support and mentorship through the Mass General Brigham Innovation ecosystem. Application: Applications are due on April 30, 2026.

The review process will take place in May and June and the winner and finalists will be announced in the summer prior to the World Medical Innovation Forum. Finalists: Two finalists will each receive $10,000 and an invitation to the Mass General Brigham World Medical Innovation Forum . All applications are due on <b>April 30, 2026</b>.

<a href=\"https://mgb. smapply. us/\" target=\"_blank\">Apply now.

</a></p>\r\n"}}" id="text-c14a84fb4a" class="cmp-text"> All applications are due on April 30, 2026 . Apply now.

Eligibility and application requirements We encourage applications from:</p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Healthcare professionals</li>\r\n<li>Non-profit organizations</li>\r\n<li>Private-sector leaders, innovators, and inventors</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p>Applicants must be based in the U.S.</p>\r\n<p>Applicants must apply through the <a href=\"https://mgb. smapply.

us/\" target=\"_blank\">application portal</a> and submit two letters of recommendation from community partners or organizations. Additionally, at least one member of the winning team must attend and present at the <a href=\"https://worldmedicalinnovation. org/\" target=\"_blank\">2026 World Medical Innovation Forum</a> on September 22-23, 2026, in Boston, MA.

</p>\r\n<p>All applicants will be evaluated and selected in an objective and nondiscriminatory manner. There are no limitations based on race, gender, creed, religion, national origin, or sexual orientation. </p>\r\n<p>Learn more about eligibility, application requirements, and opportunities for the winning team <a href=\"https://mgb.

smapply. us/\" target=\"_blank\">here</a>. </p>\r\n<p><i>* The prize money and the value of other benefits awarded may be considered taxable income to the award recipients.

Awardees are encouraged to contact their tax professional or the IRS with any questions; Massachusetts General Brigham and the Kraft Center for Community Health cannot provide tax or legal advice.

</i></p>\r\n"}}" id="text-9c3d15f0fa" class="cmp-text"> We encourage applications from: Private-sector leaders, innovators, and inventors Applicants must be based in the U.S. Applicants must apply through the application portal and submit two letters of recommendation from community partners or organizations.

Additionally, at least one member of the winning team must attend and present at the 2026 World Medical Innovation Forum on September 22-23, 2026, in Boston, MA. All applicants will be evaluated and selected in an objective and nondiscriminatory manner. There are no limitations based on race, gender, creed, religion, national origin, or sexual orientation.

Learn more about eligibility, application requirements, and opportunities for the winning team here . * The prize money and the value of other benefits awarded may be considered taxable income to the award recipients. Awardees are encouraged to contact their tax professional or the IRS with any questions; Massachusetts General Brigham and the Kraft Center for Community Health cannot provide tax or legal advice.

Meet the 2025 Kraft Prize winner & finalists</h2>\r\n<hr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #009CA6; margin: 3rem 0;\">\r\n\r\n<p><i>“The Kraft Prize changes everything for us. It’s not just the dollars, but the things we can learn and the connections we can make. A third of the battle is people knowing about our work and the things that we do.

A weight has been lifted. ”</i></p>\r\n<p>– Kwamane Liddell, CEO of ThriveLink, 2025 Kraft Prize Winner</p>\r\n<hr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #009CA6; margin: 3rem 0;\">\r\n\r\n<h3>Kraft Prize winner: ThriveLink</h3>\r\n<p><a href=\"https://www. mythrivelink.

com/\" target=\"_blank\">ThriveLink</a> is an innovative telephonic AI enrollment solution that empowers families to verbally complete and submit applications for safety-net programs like health insurance, food stamps and utility assistance.

Led by founder and CEO, Kwamane Liddell, ThriveLink uses AI-powered phone agents that guide patients through enrollment in safety-net programs, Medicaid redetermination, transportation services, wellness visits, and more – using voice, not screens. Since its founding, ThriveLink has submitted over $2 million in applications for 2,500+ families and partnered with leading health systems to improve health outcomes.

</p>\r\n<h3>Kraft Prize finalist: Mae</h3>\r\n<p><a href=\"https://meetmae. com/\" target=\"_blank\">Mae</a> is a digital first solution that was built to address the specific clinical, social and cultural needs of expectant mothers. Led by founder and CEO, Maya Hardigan, Mae combines community-based doula support, care coordination, risk tracking, and education throughout the perinatal period.

The platform also enables early identification of needs and pregnancy-related risks to support earlier interventions. </p>\r\n<h3>Kraft Prize finalist: Sober Sidekick</h3>\r\n<p><a href=\"https://www. sobersidekick.

com/\" target=\"_blank\">Sober Sidekick</a> is a peer-led application that gamifies peer-to-peer support to help decrease the rate of relapses among individuals seeking treatment for substance use. Led by founder and CEO, Chris Thompson, who created the platform based on his own recovery experience, the customizable program ensures immediate and accessible support for individuals struggling with substance use disorder.

</p>\r\n"}}" id="text-939ded1fea" class="cmp-text"> Meet the 2025 Kraft Prize winner & finalists “The Kraft Prize changes everything for us. It’s not just the dollars, but the things we can learn and the connections we can make. A third of the battle is people knowing about our work and the things that we do.

A weight has been lifted. ” – Kwamane Liddell, CEO of ThriveLink, 2025 Kraft Prize Winner Kraft Prize winner: ThriveLink ThriveLink is an innovative telephonic AI enrollment solution that empowers families to verbally complete and submit applications for safety-net programs like health insurance, food stamps and utility assistance.

Led by founder and CEO, Kwamane Liddell, ThriveLink uses AI-powered phone agents that guide patients through enrollment in safety-net programs, Medicaid redetermination, transportation services, wellness visits, and more – using voice, not screens. Since its founding, ThriveLink has submitted over $2 million in applications for 2,500+ families and partnered with leading health systems to improve health outcomes.

Kraft Prize finalist: Mae Mae is a digital first solution that was built to address the specific clinical, social and cultural needs of expectant mothers. Led by founder and CEO, Maya Hardigan, Mae combines community-based doula support, care coordination, risk tracking, and education throughout the perinatal period. The platform also enables early identification of needs and pregnancy-related risks to support earlier interventions.

Kraft Prize finalist: Sober Sidekick Sober Sidekick is a peer-led application that gamifies peer-to-peer support to help decrease the rate of relapses among individuals seeking treatment for substance use. Led by founder and CEO, Chris Thompson, who created the platform based on his own recovery experience, the customizable program ensures immediate and accessible support for individuals struggling with substance use disorder.

Frequently asked questions</h2>\r\n"}}" id="text-35ba8af529" class="cmp-text"> Frequently asked questions Who is eligible to apply?

Eligibility is open to U.S.-based:</p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Non-profit and private-sector leaders</li>\r\n<li>Community health practitioners</li>\r\n<li>Healthcare professionals</li>\r\n<li>Non-profit organizations</li>\r\n<li>Innovators and inventors</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p>The review committee will carefully consider the impact of each applicant’s innovative work, focusing on measurable health outcomes.

For additional eligibility questions, please contact the Kraft Center for Community Health. </p>\r\n"}}" id="text-15ac933c06" class="cmp-text"> Eligibility is open to U.S.-based: Non-profit and private-sector leaders Community health practitioners The review committee will carefully consider the impact of each applicant’s innovative work, focusing on measurable health outcomes.

For additional eligibility questions, please contact the Kraft Center for Community Health. What is the application and selection timeline? <a href=\"https://mgb.

smapply. us/\" target=\"_blank\">Applications are due on April 30, 2026. </a> The review process will take place in May and June and the winner and finalists will be announced in the summer prior to the World Medical Innovation Forum.

</p>\r\n"}}" id="text-c3fd06f8fa" class="cmp-text"> Applications are due on April 30, 2026. The review process will take place in May and June and the winner and finalists will be announced in the summer prior to the World Medical Innovation Forum. Who will review the applications?

Applications will first be reviewed for eligibility by the Kraft Center for Community Health team. Following the first round of review, a diverse committee of internal and external community health and innovation experts will review, score, and select the prize recipient and finalists. </p>\r\n"}}" id="text-abb67ea134" class="cmp-text"> Applications will first be reviewed for eligibility by the Kraft Center for Community Health team.

Following the first round of review, a diverse committee of internal and external community health and innovation experts will review, score, and select the prize recipient and finalists. Who can I contact if I have more questions or need support? If you have more questions or need support, please contact: Maddie Davies, Senior Program Manager, <a href=\"mailto:medavies@mgh.

harvard. edu\">medavies@mgh. harvard.

edu</a></p>\r\n"}}" id="text-c7ced416a6" class="cmp-text"> If you have more questions or need support, please contact: Maddie Davies, Senior Program Manager, medavies@mgh. harvard. edu About the Kraft Center for Community Health</h2>\r\n<p>The Kraft Center for Community Health at Mass General Brigham is dedicated to expanding access to high-quality, affordable healthcare for medically underserved patients and communities.

Established in 2011 through a generous donation from Robert Kraft, the Center aims to catalyze innovative solutions to real-world community health problems, implement these solutions locally, and scale them to improve health outcomes for disadvantaged populations across the country. </p>\r\n<p><a href=\"https://www. kraftcommunityhealth.

org/\" target=\"_blank\">Learn more about the Kraft Center. </a></p>\r\n"}}" id="text-7cda24794c" class="cmp-text"> About the Kraft Center for Community Health The Kraft Center for Community Health at Mass General Brigham is dedicated to expanding access to high-quality, affordable healthcare for medically underserved patients and communities.

Established in 2011 through a generous donation from Robert Kraft, the Center aims to catalyze innovative solutions to real-world community health problems, implement these solutions locally, and scale them to improve health outcomes for disadvantaged populations across the country. Learn more about the Kraft Center.

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