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06/10/2026
New Grant Opportunity: OB3 Impacts Defense Fund – Mitigating Coverage Loss
MHOA is sharing this opporunity for health departments who may be working on a project with a community partner who is eligible to apply. The Foundation has a new grant application portal -- all new users must register in the portal before applying. Registration approval takes up to 48 hours.
OB3 Impacts Defense Fund - Mitigating Coverage Loss Grant Program
The Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Foundation is pleased to announce a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the OB3 Impacts Defense Fund – Mitigating Coverage Loss.
This grant opportunity is focused on mitigating potential MassHealth coverage losses resulting from new federal requirements stemming from the passage of the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (known as “OB3”).
The OB3 Impacts Defense Fund – Mitigating Coverage Loss grant program will provide up to nine grants in the amount of up to $60,000 a year for two years to support outreach, education, and enrollment in the following locations: Hampden, Hampshire, Berkshire, Worcester and Bristol Counties, and the Cape and Islands.
The grant program aims to support community-based organizations in providing vital outreach, education, and enrollment assistance to help eligible individuals maintain their health coverage.
- Grant Focus: To support community-based outreach, education, and enrollment efforts for MassHealth members impacted by new eligibility and renewal requirements.
- Counties of Focus: Hampden, Hampshire, Berkshire, Worcester, Bristol, and the Cape and Islands.
- Application Deadline: Monday, July 13th, at 12:00 PM (Noon). All applications must be submitted via the Foundation's online grantmaking portal.
For complete details on eligibility and application instructions, please review the website and full Request for Proposals.
The Foundation will hold Office Hours during the month of June to answer any questions. Please see the link to register on the website.
