The mission of the Nashoba Valley Health Care Fund is to improve the community health of residents in the Nashoba Valley. This objective was set into motion in 2006 following the establishment of the fund through the division of the Nashoba Valley Medical Center endowment, managed by the Community Foundation of North Central Massachusetts and the Greater Lowell Community Foundation.
The grant program offered by the Community Foundation emphasizes broad goals of enhancing community vitality and supporting nonprofit organizational performance and capabilities. Specific causes supported include local arts, culture, creativity, civic engagement, and community development, aiming to foster strong, inclusive relationships among residents, the private sector, public sector, and civil society organizations. Grant proposals must demonstrate a capacity for impact, include a clear plan of action likely to achieve intended outcomes, encourage collaboration, and include measurable objectives with monitoring plans. Grants typically range from $2,000 to $15,000.