The Foundation's mission is to effect permanent positive change in the lives of individuals and families across Greater Boston, especially in economically disadvantaged communities. They invest in organizations that improve human health, raise educational attainment, increase economic security, and meet community needs.
The Smith Family Foundation Odyssey Award supports initiatives aimed at providing high-quality health care and advancing biomedical research. Specifically, it seeks to benefit individuals and families in economically disadvantaged communities within Greater Boston by improving health care accessibility and outcomes at safety net institutions.