The Community Foundation of North Central Massachusetts has awarded $116,000 to support 14 community health projects to benefit the Nashoba Valley region. The Foundation has also allocated grants totaling $9,900 to Fitchburg State University and Mount Wachusett Community College. These funds will facilitate scholarships for students from the Nashoba Valley region pursuing studies in direct-care provider programs, ensuring a brighter future for individuals and the community.

The object of the Nashoba Valley Community Heath grant program is to advance the community health of residents in twelve communities: Ashby, Ayer, Bolton, Devens, Groton, Harvard, Lancaster, Littleton, Lunenburg, Pepperell, Shirley, and Townsend. This year’s grantees achieve this objective in various ways, including improving access to healthcare services and supporting behavioral health.

"The vitality of our communities is intricately tied to the well-being of individuals within them. Community health grants serve as catalysts for positive change, addressing crucial needs and fostering a resilient, thriving community,” said Stephen Adams, President of the Community Foundation.