Massachusetts Democratic Party Announces 2021 Platform Committee Co-Chairs

 Massachusetts Democratic Party Announces 2021 Platform Committee Co-Chairs

Sheriff Steven Tompkins, Jay Gonzalez, and Shannon Liss-Riordan to lead platform hearings and serve as co-chairs of the committee dedicated to drafting the Party’s statement of shared values.

BOSTON — Today, the Chair of the Massachusetts Democratic Party, Gus Bickford, is announcing that Sheriff Steve Tompkins, 2018 Democratic gubernatorial nominee Jay Gonzalez, and nationally-recognized labor attorney and activist Shannon Liss-Riordan will co-chair the 2021 Platform Committee ahead of the Party’s convention this fall. Throughout the summer, Tompkins, Gonzalez, and Liss-Riordan will solicit input from Democratic voters and activists, leading the development of the 2021 Platform to be adopted by convention delegates on September 25th in Lowell. 

“Our Party Platform is a statement of our shared values and ideals as Democrats, and the task of drafting a new platform every four years is a serious one,” said Chair Bickford.  “I know that Sheriff Tompkins, Jay Gonzalez, and Shannon Liss-Riordan will work to ensure that all voices are heard and reflected in the proposed platform to be voted on at the Convention, and I am grateful to them for taking on this important role.”

“Democrats from across the Commonwealth have the opportunity to make their mark on the foundation nd the future of the Democratic Party for the next four years,” said Senator Elizabeth Warren.  “I know that Sheriff Tompkins, Jay, and Shannon are going to take this opportunity to dream big and ensure that this platform is bold and progressive as we continue the fight to level the playing field so we can build a Commonwealth and a country that works for everyone.”

“In Massachusetts, we don’t agonize, we organize. That organizing will be on full display as we write our platform at a time when incremental change is not going to be enough to address the many crises we face in this country,” said Senator Ed Markey.  “Sheriff Tompkins, Jay, and Shannon are the right leaders to develop the platform we will be able to hold up as a model for what other states should strive to build.”

“I was proud to co-chair the MassDems Platform Committee in 2017 when we put forward the most ambitious platform our Party has seen, and I am eager to bring that experience to this year’s process,” said Sheriff Steve Tompkins.  “The last four years have made clear that we need a strong Democratic Party, and that strength comes from the core beliefs found in our platform.”

“The Democratic Party is the Party that looks out for the little guy and our party platform must reflect that,” said Jay Gonzalez.  “The problems we face are too urgent and too consequential to continue with the status quo of nibbling around the edges.  We need to aim high to truly deliver the solutions that the moment requires.”

“The Democratic Party has long been the Party that fights for working people, the same people I have fought for my whole career,” said Shannon Liss-Riordan.  “I’m excited to lead the development of a new platform, one that will place front and center those communities we are leaving behind.”

Every four years, thousands of Democrats discuss and vote on an updated platform at the state convention, and offer testimony at the platform hearings and meetings that take place in the months prior. This year’s Platform Convention will take place on September 25, 2021 at the Tsongas Center at UMass Lowell. Throughout the summer, the 2021 Platform Chairs and Committee will be soliciting testimony from Democrats about what they would like to see in the 2021 Party Platform.

Registered Massachusetts Democrats may submit written testimony, attend a MassDems Platform Hearing, or find or schedule a platform meeting with a local Democratic committee, community building group, or issue advocacy organization.

 

Senate Assistant Majority Leader Sal DiDomenico Endorses Michelle Wu for Mayor of Boston

 Senate Assistant Majority Leader Sal DiDomenico Endorses Michelle Wu for Mayor of Boston

Boston, MA—  Senate Assistant Majority Leader Sal DiDomenico today announced his endorsement of Michelle Wu for Mayor of Boston. Senator DiDomenico, who represents Charlestown, Allston, Brighton, the West End, as well as Cambridge, Chelsea, and Everett, praised Councilor Wu’s commitment to working families, public schools and making Boston a city where all can thrive.

“I’m proud to endorse my colleague and friend Michelle Wu for Mayor of Boston. Having served alongside her for nearly a decade, I know Michelle always shows up in community and stands up for working families with a bold vision and a track record of getting things done. She’ll be the leader we need to support our public schools, make Boston more affordable, and create opportunity in every neighborhood,” said Senator Sal DiDomenico.

“Senator Sal DiDomenico is a leader on so many issues facing Boston families and a consistent voice for early education, economic opportunity, and equity for all. Sal has been a friend and partner for many years in the fight against poverty and to deliver change across the Commonwealth through showing up for the constituents and values we share," said Councilor Michelle Wu. 

In the Senate, Senator DiDomenico has led on community development, education, children’s health, economic development, social and human services, and food insecurity. With several landmark pieces of legislation being signed into law, Senator DiDomenico, Chair of the Senate Committee on Bills in the Third Reading and Vice Chair of the Senate Committee on Education, has worked to improve life for all residents in his district and in the Commonwealth. He holds a position in Senate President Karen Spilka's leadership team and serves as a member of the Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development, the Joint Committee on Export Development, the Senate Committee on Steering and Policy, and the Senate Committee on Personnel and Administration. Previously, Senator DiDomenico served four terms as an Everett City Councilor and served as President of the Everett City Council.

Senator DiDomenico’s endorsement adds to the Michelle for Mayor campaign’s enthusiastic coalition of multigenerational, multicultural grassroots supporters including community activists and leaders such as Senator Elizabeth Warren, former State Representative and Assistant Majority Leader Byron Rushing, Sunrise Boston, and fellow municipal elected officials from across Greater Boston and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. For all of Michelle for Boston’s endorsements, visit michelleforboston.com/endorsements. 

新英格蘭玉山科協承辦生物科技數位台灣日

新英格蘭玉山科協 BIO Digital Taiwan Day 出席踴躍。(玉山科協提供)

 

新英格蘭玉山科協新任會長許益祥分享後疫情時代概況。
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             (Boston Orange 周菊子波士頓報導) 新英格蘭玉山科技協會(MJNE) 和台灣生物技術開發中心(DCB)合作，6月22日在網上舉辦”生物科技數位台灣日(BIO Digital Taiwan Day)”，以2場論壇，兩家新創企業簡報，展現台灣人的生物科技研發成就，探討生物醫療面對的數位化及遠距醫療挑戰。

              這也是玉山科協第一次把美國，台灣和科威特的學者、業者聚在一塊交流經驗。

             會議由新英格蘭玉山科協董事康麗雪和新任會長許益祥擔任總主持。 駐波士頓台北經濟文化辦事處處長孫儉元，駐紐約台灣投資貿易辦公室主任David Ding，經濟部中小企業處副處長胡貝蒂等嘉賓致詞。

新英格蘭玉山科協董事康麗雪主持會議。

             現為哈佛醫學院遺傳表觀(Genetic Epi)項目主任的許益祥，先以”我們在新冠病毒大流行 中的處境(Where we are with the CVID pandemic)”做了一段疫情爆發以來的疫苗研發概況報告。他指出，在新冠病毒大流行一年後，醫藥及疫苗的研發速度驚人，從2020年1月起，包括278項抗體，414項治療，250項疫苗等，已進行的項目不下926個，正積極做臨床實驗，以蛋白為基礎的疫苗有82種，已獲美國通過的疫苗有3種，在歐洲獲得許可的疫苗有8種。

 

駐波士頓經文處處長孫儉元致詞。

           人們現在擔心的是各種變種病毒，包括巴西的Gamma，英國的Alpha，印度的Delta，美國及加拿大的Epsilon，南非的Beta等。其中印度Delta病毒，以及英國的Alpha病毒都有傳染力增強現象，比較更讓人擔心。

             此外各種疫苗對變種病毒的保護力，就Alpha病毒來說，輝瑞，默德納以及嬌生疫苗沒甚麼分別，AZ及Novavax的保護力也只減弱一些。

            許益祥指出，長期來說，病毒大流行對人們心理健康上造成的影響，或許更需要關注。好處則是促使數位醫療更快速的發展與應用。

DC企業集團合夥人Tony Chan(右下)主持”製藥業數位轉型”論壇。

血小板生物科技公司醫學長李柏勳(Po-Shun Lee)主持”醫療護理中的後裔情解決方案及挑戰”論壇，講者包括希伯來耆英生活(Hebrew Senior Life)醫學長陳慧铃(Helen Chen)，Jaber Al-Ahmad 醫院外科部主席Salmand Al-Sabah，以及亞馬遜(Amazon)全球醫學主任李政宜(Peter Lee)。

在新冠病毒疫情襲擊全球時，醫療界面對的一大衝擊就是人們對遠距醫療的需求暴增，如何擴大遠距醫療的可應用範圍，改善品質，成為醫療業的一大挑戰。李政宜透露，亞馬遜醫療(Amazon Care)正積極的要在遠距醫療領域成為病患的服務供應商。陳慧铃指出，訓練醫生，護士及病人使用科技，也是挑戰之一。Salmand Al-Sabah分享了他們在科威特面對的類似科技及法規挑戰。

血小板生物科技公司醫學長李柏勳(Po-Shun Lee，左下)主持”醫療
護理中的後裔情解決方案及挑戰”論壇，

DC企業集團合夥人Tony Chan主持”製藥業數位轉型”論壇，講者包括Runway Growth資本執行董事長Robert Lake，Sante創投創始執行董事長Kevin Lalande，輝瑞(Pfizer)早期臨床研發主管暨資深副總裁Sandeep M Menton。

Kevin Lalande自己原本在科技界工作，之後似乎很自然的轉進了醫療科技領域。他的公司特地在劍橋市也設了辦公室，以和當地生物科技生態系統做更好連接，更快找到有潛力的初創企業投資。他還分享了如何把一家國際公司帶進美國，順利經營，最後被收購的成功故事。

疫苗對變種病毒保護力的分析。

出席簡報的新創企業為Health 2 Sync和Somnics。Health 2 Sync在台灣也設有分公司，執行長鄧居義(Ed Deng)表示，該公司產品為糖尿病等慢性病人提供個人化，數據導向的疾病管理，其中一部分還使用Fitbit的功能； Somnics創辦人兼執行長陳仲竹(Chung-Chu Chen)闡述該公司產品為慢性睡眠呼吸暫停症提供治療方案。

玉山科協這次會議的合作機構還包括駐美投資貿易服務處，全球玉山科技協會，台灣玉山科技協會。

Health 2 Sync執行長鄧居義(Ed Deng)解釋產品。

Somnics創辦人兼執行長Chung-Chu Chen闡述該公司產品

為慢性睡眠呼吸暫停症提供治療方案。

大學沙龍 - 國際失序與中俄美三邊關係的中長期前景 6/26

 

Five $1 Million Winners Mass VaxMillions Giveaway Drawing Dates Announced

Mass VaxMillions Giveaway Drawing Dates Announced Prizes Include Five $1 Million Winners; Five College Scholarships BOSTON — Today, the Baker-Polito Administration and the Massachusetts State Lottery reminded the public that registration for the Massachusetts VaxMillions Giveaway will begin on July 1 and also announced the schedule of drawing dates. Residents age 18 and older who are fully vaccinated prior to each drawing will have the opportunity to enter to win one of five, $1 million cash prizes. Residents between 12-17 years of age who are fully vaccinated prior to each drawing may enter for the chance to win one of five $300,000 scholarship grants. An entry before one of the weekly entry deadlines makes you eligible for all of the weekly drawings that take place after you register.  Residents are reminded that they have time to get vaccinated and then enter the drawings. VaxMillions Giveaway Drawings will be held once a week for five weeks beginning Monday, July 26 and continuing every Monday through August 23. The first drawing for the giveaway will occur on Monday, July 26, with registration for that week’s drawing closing on Thursday, July 22. Winners will be announced later in the week following each drawing. The full schedule of drawing and announcement dates is below. Residents are reminded that some COVID-19 vaccines require two doses, and they must receive all doses before entering the drawing.   Residents must be fully vaccinated before registering, but if they are not vaccinated by the registration date for a certain drawing, they will still have the opportunity to complete vaccination and register for subsequent drawings. Residents will only have to enter once to qualify for all drawings occurring after the date of their registration. Massachusetts residents 18 years of age and older who have received two doses of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine, or one dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine, will have a chance to win one of five, $1 million cash prizes.   Massachusetts residents between 12 and 17 years of age who have received two doses of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine will have a chance to win one of five $300,000 scholarship grants via a 529 College Savings Plan managed by the Massachusetts Educational Financing Authority (MEFA). Funds in a 529 plan can be applied to cover tuition, room and board, and related expenses at any college, university, or technical or trade school or other post-secondary educational institution eligible to participate in a student aid program administered by the U.S. Department of Education. Winners with a qualifying disability may elect instead to receive an equivalent financial contribution to a special needs trust or federally qualified ABLE account to cover qualified expenses. The Commonwealth launched the Massachusetts VaxMillions giveaway as one of many strategies to increase awareness of the availability and efficacy of the COVID-19 vaccines and encourage residents to get vaccinated to keep themselves, their families and their communities safe. Beginning July 1, Massachusetts residents will be able to enter the VaxMillions Giveaway online. A call center will be available to support registration for residents who do not have access to the internet or require assistance. Sign up information and call center contact info and hours will be made available prior to July 1. Only lawful, permanent residents of Massachusetts who are fully vaccinated can enter the drawings. Residents must have received their vaccine doses within Massachusetts. Residents must be fully vaccinated prior to submitting their entry.  There are over 900 vaccination locations across the Commonwealth, with appointments and walk ins widely available. Residents seeking a vaccine can visit mass.gov/COVIDVaccine to find a vaccine location that is convenient for them. For more information on the Mass VaxMillions Giveaway, visit mass.gov/VaxMillions.

City of Boston - Funding update

The Funding Update

To Subscribe to The Funding Update, scroll down to the FUNDING tab here. Back issues are also listed on that page.   FEDERAL GRANTS Small Business Administration, Multiple Deadlines Paycheck Protection Loans, Economic Injury Disaster Loans, Shuttered Venues grants, and other debt-relief resources are available.  Small Business Administration, 7/23/2021 Through the Community Navigator Pilot Program, SBA will engage with states, local governments, SBA resource partners, and other organizations in targeted outreach for small businesses in underserved communities. Awards will range from $1M to $5M over 2 years. Housing & Urban Development, 7/29/2021 Seeking applications from nonprofits, small businesses and higher education institutions to provide technical assistance to distressed cities and their nonprofit partners serving communities that are experiencing long-term economic hardship. HUD expects to make 6 awards, ranging from $750,000 to $6.8M. National Endowment for the Arts, 8/5/2022 Our Town creative placemaking grants support projects that integrate arts, culture, and design activities into efforts that strengthen communities by advancing local economic, physical, and/or social outcomes. There are multiple opportunities to apply, either as lead or partner with a municipal agency. Awards range from $25,000 to $150,000 and a 1:1 match is required. You can request the required municipal support here. Health & Human Services, 8/17/2021 Seeking applications for projects to develop and implement the Minority Leaders Development Program fellowship program to provide training in health equity issues and leadership to early career individuals to improve the health of racial and ethnic minorities and other disadvantaged populations. HHS expects to make 3 awards in the range of $500,000 to $750,000. National Institutes of Health, 2/23/2024 Short-Term Research Education Program to Enhance Diversity in Health-Related Research (R25 Clinical Trial Not Allowed). Priority areas: Sleep Disorders; Cardiovascular Diseases; Lung Diseases; Blood Diseases and Resources;  Translation and Implementation Science. NIH expects to make 9 awards of $154,000 max. Consumer Product Safety Commission, 7/19/2021 Pool Safely grants aim to prevent drowning and drain entrapments of children in pools and spas  through state and local government programs. Awards range from $50,000 to $400,000. STATE GRANTS Massachusetts Service Alliance, now through 7/30/2020 MSA seeks to engage a consultant who can provide subject-matter expertise in the area of youth service and service-learning to support program development, with a focus on Gateway Cities. One-year contract, up to $20,000. Massachusetts Growth Capital Corporation, until all funds are disbursed The goal of the Biz-M-Power grant operates in two phases: first, small businesses develop a partnership with an organization from MGCC’s network of Small Business Technical Assistance Providers, who will sponsor the applicants. Once MGCC and Patronicyt approve the application, small businesses can utilize Patronicity’s crowdfunding platform to leverage community support and raise funds to match the amount requested in their grant application.  Grants of $5,000 are also available for Development of Digital Capabilities, where small businesses are sponsored by Patronicity to work with a Qualified Professional in the area of their greatest digital need(s) to pursue a digital development plan. MassDevelopment, 7/2/2021 Grants from the Collaborative Workspace Program accelerate business formation, job creation, and entrepreneurial activity in communities by supporting infrastructure that fuels locally based innovation. Seed grants (up to $15,000) support feasibility studies; Fit-out grants (up to $100,000) support new equipment or building improvement costs, including adjustments to meet sector-specific COVID-19 Workplace Safety Standards.  Boston Applicants: contact ECONDEV[at]boston[dot]gov to request a Municipal Letter of Support. Deadine: 6/28/2021. Executive Office of Health & Human Services, 7/6/2021 Requesting applications for potential new bed capacity from congregate care providers in Massachusetts, for possible referral to the Unaccompanied Children Program of the Office of Refugee Resettlement/US Department of Health and Human Services. Cannabis Control Commission, 7/9/2021 Requesting bids for consulting services to review existing policies, practices and procedures and to facilitate discussion and decision between the Commissioners and Executive Director, resulting in the drafting and finalizing of written document(s) establishing governance processes between the two parties and their respective staffs. Initial 12-month contract may be extended for an additional 12 months. Office for Refugees and Immigrants, 7/30/2021 Requesting bids for the Comprehensive Refugee Employment Services/Vocational Skills Trainings program. Department of Transportation, 8/10/2022 Through the DBE Supportive Services Program, MassDOT implements business development and technical assistance programs to enhance the strategic growth and sustainability of the pool of Disadvantaged Business Enterprises engaged in MassDOT public works projects. The program focuses on certified, but underutilized DBEs with potential for success that are bidding on MassDOT work but rarely win contracts. A key program objective is to increase the growth and development of DBE firms engaged in highway construction. Select the document dated 2019 in the list of File Attachments. CommBUYS Search Tip: Consulting opportunities are listed under “Management and Business Professionals and Administrative Services” when you search the “Show Bids for Category” drop-down menu. Competitive bids are in the “Open Market” category.   CITY GRANTS Reopen Boston Fund, Open Grants help small businesses put in place the necessary public health guidance requirements needed to reopen. This fund is intended to support businesses with a majority of employees working in close proximity to their clients and each other. Department of Neighborhood Development, Open  Applications are still being accepted for the Rental Relief Fund. Requests up to $15,000 are being processed by Project HOPE, Neighborhood of Affordable Housing and Metro Housing|Boston.  Boston Public Health Commission/Health & Human Services Cabinet, 6/29/2021 Through the Vaccine Equity Grant Initiative II, the City of Boston is seeking organizations to work as community partners to increase equitable vaccine access, acceptance and uptakes in zip codes with vaccination rates below 50%. Max award: $150,000 over 4 months. Mayor’s Office of Arts & Culture, through 6/30/2021 The Transformative Public Art program, now in its third year, is open to artists to create murals and temporary projects. Department of Neighborhood Development, through 6/30/2021 The Grassroots Open Space Program makes land and funding available specifically for the development of open space projects such as community gardens, urban farms, food forests, and passive open space. These awards are intended to assist nonprofit neighborhood initiatives with development of such projects, as well as capital improvements to existing open space projects, which are located on land that is not in DND’s inventory. Treasury Department, 6/30/2021 Accepting consultant proposals for Community Preservation Program strategic planning. Questions may be directed to sara[dot]zimmerman[at]boston[dot]gov.  Office of Public Service & Community Engagement, 7/1/2021 Grants of $500 are available to residents and groups to celebrate their neighborhood with a block party. OPS can provide resource tables, and will help with permitting, if needed.  Office of Women’s Advancement, 7/16/2021 The Childcare Entrepreneur Fund supports home-based family childcare businesses with grant funding, coaching, and technical assistance. It also assists early educators in sharpening their entrepreneurial skills. Businesses may apply for $3,500 of flexible grant funding. Mayor’s Office of Economic Development, through 3/31/2024 Seeking proposals from consultants to provide technical assistance services to cannabis equity applicants, under a maximum 3-year contract. Boston Local Development Corporation, Open Loans are available for small businesses in Boston to be used for working capital, equipment, utilities, expansion, and other business needs. Terms are flexible and there are no prepayment penalties. Loans range from $10,000 to $150,000. FOUNDATION GRANTS Sony, 6/30/2021, 07/29/2021 and 8/30/2021 CREATE ACTION grants are designed to make a long-lasting impact for local organizations and the communities they serve. Grantees will receive $50,000 in direct funding, Sony Electronics products worth $50,000 and a custom-created promotional film, along with opportunities for collaboration, partnership and marketing support. Cummings Foundation, 7/1/2021 This place-based philanthropic initiative supports nonprofits in Middlesex, Essex, and Suffolk County, Massachusetts. 100 grants of $100,000 are awarded annually. National Community Care Corps, 7/9/2021 Requesting Proposals for innovative local models in which volunteers assist family caregivers or directly assist older adults or adults with disabilities with non-medical care to maintain their independence. Awards range from $30,000 and $150,000 Park Foundation, 7/9/2021 and 9/24/2021 Funding priorities include civil society, public interest media, environment, animal welfare. Social Innovation Forum, 7/12/2021 Applications are now being accepted for the Social Innovation Accelerators programs. SIF seeks to welcome eight Greater Boston nonprofits into the 2021-2022 cohort, which will receive 24 months of capacity-building support. Applicant organizations will address these social issue tracks: 1. Anything Goes: Innovative, Effective, and Sustainable Approaches to Our Region's Toughest Social Issues 2. Building and Sustaining Social Capital 3. Community Approaches to Advancing Racial Justice 4. Comprehensive & Innovative Approaches to Supporting Communities Affected by HIV/AIDS 5. Pathways to Intergenerational Wealth in BIPOC Communities 6. Promoting Career Exploration for Youth Through Civic Engagement 7. Women and Girls: Addressing Health and Wellness Inequities 8. Work-Based Learning and Mentorship Opportunities for Youth and Young Adults NextFifty Initiative, 7/16/2021 What need do you see in the aging community (ages 50 and older) and how will a Flexible Support grant help you address it? Grants may range from less than $25,000 to more than $250,000. A limited number of grants will be awarded outside Colorado. Contact a staff member to discuss your application before submitting. AstraZeneca, 7/16/2021 Funding categories: community health and wellbeing; youth STEm and career readiness. Max award: $25,000. Foundation for Opioid Response Efforts, 7/19/2021 Grants of up to $300,000 will support projects that use an innovative approach to address long-standing and complex issues related to all aspects of stemming the tide of the nation’s opioid crisis. Funding priorities: patient-centered solutions; health equity; reaching diverse high-risk populations. Kids Gardening, 7/30/2021 Little Seeds Pollinator Pals grants support youth garden programs. 18 programs will be awarded $500 to support the development of pollinator gardens in communities across the United States.  Brady Education Foundation, 8/1/2021 Requesting proposals focused on evaluating programs with the potential to help close the opportunity and resulting achievement gaps associated with race and family income.  Barbara McDowell and Gerald S. Hartman Foundation, 8/1/2021 Grants support cases that litigate social justice issues that will significantly improve the well-being, social conditions, and/or civil liberties of a large number of disadvantaged persons and groups throughout the US. Grants are expected to range from $40,000 to $200,000.  NEXT for AUTISM, 8/1/2021 Accepting letters of intent for Color the Spectrum Community Grants, which provide $25,000 to help students on the autism spectrum transition from school to adulthood. Funding categories: work, school, social. Doree Taylor Charitable Foundation, 9/1/2021 Funding priorities: food, housing, shelter; humane care of animals; health care services for the underserved; and public radio or television.  New England Grassroots Environment Fund, 9/15/2021 Grow Grants of $1,000 to $3,500 enhance the ability of established groups to increase capacity, collaborate, and leverage impact. Seed Grants of $250 to $1,000 help volunteer groups launch and build their newly evolving projects. Requests for this program may be submitted throughout the year. Fundación Mapfre, 10/11/2021 Ignacio H. Larramendi research grants promote projects related to obesity prevention, physical exercise, personal injury assessment, healthcare management and longevity. These grants are also open to researchers interested in promoting projects related to the challenges of insurance and social protection, for a maximum of 15,000 euros.  Rockland Trust, 10/15/2021 Funding priorities: affordable housing, community development, education, financial literacy, health, and youth. Grants support programs, operating support, or capital projects, and also event sponsorships. Awards range from under $1,000 to over $10,000. Charles H. Farnsworth Trust, 11/15/2021 Funding focus: affordable housing options and support services to older adults. Blue Cross Massachusetts Foundation, Open Catalyst Fund grants up to $5,000 help community-based health care organizations respond to COVID-19.  American Battlefield Trust, Open The Field Trip Fund reimburses K-12 teachers for transportation, meals, admission costs and other fees for visits to battlefields, museums and historical sites. Awards range from $250 to $1,500.  Nathan Cummings Foundation, Open Focus areas: Inclusive Clean Economy; Racial and Economic Justice; Corporate and Political Accountability; and Voices, Creativity, and Culture. The application process begins with a letter of inquiry.  Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation, Open The Foundation seeks to dramatically improve the lives of people and the world around us through innovative strategies, systems changing approaches, and disrupting technologies. Our goal is to find social entrepreneurs with dynamic ideas and nurture them at the early stages with maximum leverage and total commitment.Exceptional entrepreneurs receive 3 years of unrestricted capital (totaling $300,000) and rigorous on-going support. Finra Investor Education Foundation, Open The Foundation welcomes applications for research projects that use data from the National Financial Capability Study (and other existing data sets) to advance understanding of the relationships among financial literacy, financial capability and financial well-being. Priority is also given to projects that further financial inclusion and address systemic financial inequities based on race, ethnicity, gender, disability status, and other social differences. Awards range from $50,000 to $100,000.   THE RESOURCE TABLE Massachusetts VaxMillions Fully vaccinated residents 18 and older will have the opportunity to enter to win one of five cash prizes of $1M. Fully vaccinated residents between 12-17 years of age may enter for the chance to win one of five scholarship grants of $300,000. Beginning July 1, drawings will be held once a week for five weeks. Registration is Now Open for BCYF Summer Programs 325 slots are available for youth ages 8- 18, for programs that run from July 12 to August 20, 2021. Age-Friendly Resource Page Courtesy of the Massachusetts Healthy Aging Collaborative Walk-In Covid Vaccination is now available.  The City of Boston Office of Housing Stability helps residents find and maintain stable, safe, and affordable housing. Boston Public Schools Summer Stuff Summer 2021 - camps, jobs, enrichment, academic services, meals, arts, health services, and so much more. Sign up now! Emergency Broadband Benefit Families and households that struggle to afford internet service during the COVID-19 pandemic, can get connected to jobs, critical healthcare services, virtual classrooms, and more. 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