Older Americans Act Services Opportunity
Through the Older Americans Act Support and Health Services Grant, the City of Boston’s Age Strong Commission seeks to fund programs that are providing a comprehensive and supportive social service system while promoting longevity and an optimal quality of life for older adults. The goal is to leverage existing community trust and foster a sense of community within each neighborhood. We want to ensure high-quality social programs are accessible to older adults.
Below, you will find information about the grant’s intent, application process, and more.
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For more information about this grant opportunity, please contact Sydney Shadovitz:
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Applications must be submitted by Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at 12 p.m.
About the Grants
About the Grants
Title III B
Funding Source: Federal Older Americans Act Funding Title III B
Total Amount Available: Title III B $1,038,243
- As mandated by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs (EOEA), twenty-two percent (22%) of the total Title III-B Support Services must be allocated to legal services programming in the City of Boston.
Grant Period: October 1, 2024 - September 30, 2026
Application Deadline: Wednesday, July 10, 12 p.m.
With Title III B grants, we aim to fund multiple agencies in Boston to provide supportive services to older adults. The programming may include services, such as:
- legal assistance
- friendly visits
- home repair
- recreation
- computer training, and
- translation/interpretation services.
For a complete listing of allowable services, please visit OAAPS Service Categories. Title III B allowable services will be found on the “Title III Svc Codes 2023” tab and will have a corresponding “B” in column F.
Title III D
Funding Source: Federal Older Americans Act Funding Title III D
Total Amount Available: Title III D $84,058
Grant Period: October 1, 2024 - September 30, 2026
Application Deadline: Wednesday, July 10, 12 p.m.
With the Title III D grants, we aim to fund multiple agencies to provide evidence based programs to promote health and prevent disease among older adults. For a complete listing of approved programs, review OAA Approved EB Programming.
Grant Priorities
- Support older adult programming in the community at nonprofits through cost reimbursement funding
- Help older adults maintain independent living in their communities as long as desired through supportive and/or evidence-based programming
Grant Eligibility
Grant applicants must:
- Be a nonprofit 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization or have an official fiscal sponsor.
- Work with, or on behalf of older adults in Boston.
- Be in good financial standing.
- Have capacity to successfully implement programming that supports social engagement (i.e., number of staff, staff experience, staff time, resources).
- Be able to comply with the cost-reimbursement process, as is required by these funds. Cost reimbursement requires the grantee to incur allowable program-related costs, then submit thorough invoicing to receive reimbursement for those costs.
- Be able to meet the 15% matching funds requirement (at least 15% of the program budget must consist of matching funds, which cannot include federal funds).
Age Strong is interested in supporting nonprofits and groups whose work contributes to a more engaged and healthy Boston by building community.
How to Apply
All grant applications and required documents are due Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at 12 p.m. (EST). No extensions will be granted.
Info Session
The Age Strong Commission held an information session for those interested in applying on Wednesday, June 5, 2024, at 3 p.m. (EST).
Timeline
Important Dates
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Applications Open |
June 3, 2024 |
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June 5, 2024, 3 p.m. (EST) |
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| Applications Close |
July 10, 2024, 12 p.m. (EST) |
| Applicants Notified | August 2024 |
Questions? All questions should be directed to Sydney Shadovitz by email at sydney.shadovitz@boston.gov.
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For more information about this grant opportunity, please contact Sydney Shadovitz:
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Applications must be submitted by Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at 12 p.m.
