Little Brothers – Friends of the Elderly

State of Massachusetts and City of Boston to Support LBFE Boston's Request for Symbol of Digital Literacy, Equity, and Inclusion

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023
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BOSTON, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Highlighting mutual support for creating a more equitable society through digital inclusion, and in concert with the National Digital Inclusion Alliance's Digital Inclusion Week 10/2-10/6, the City of Boston, and the State of Massachusetts, and at the request of LBFE Boston | Little Brothers – Friends of the Elderly, an Age Strong Commission partner, Boston City Hall and the Zakim, Longfellow, Fore River, and Burns Bridges in Massachusetts will be lit up in teal at sunset on Wednesday, October 4, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • LBFE Boston champions the seventh annual, national Digital Inclusion Week - a crucial platform to celebrate and amplify the community-driven initiatives that are breaking down digital barriers—one connection, one device, and one skill at a time.
  • BOSTON, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Highlighting mutual support for creating a more equitable society through digital inclusion, and in concert with the National Digital Inclusion Alliance's Digital Inclusion Week 10/2-10/6, the City of Boston, and the State of Massachusetts, and at the request of LBFE Boston | Little Brothers – Friends of the Elderly , an Age Strong Commission partner, Boston City Hall and the Zakim, Longfellow, Fore River, and Burns Bridges in Massachusetts will be lit up in teal at sunset on Wednesday, October 4, 2023.
  • "LBFE Boston continues to expand our work supporting older adults, especially those who face economic and linguistic barriers, in accessing devices, internet connectivity, and training and support," continued Wilkerson.
  • "We're proud to be part of efforts across Boston and Massachusetts to bridge the digital divide and to create a more equitable landscape for everyone."

OutstandingLife, the first non-profit Massachusetts LGBTQIA+ Virtual Senior Center, obtains funding from the Commonwealth

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Friday, August 18, 2023
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BOSTON, Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- OutstandingLife.org announced today their inclusion in the Massachusetts Fiscal Year 2024 budget under section 9110-9002 "provided further, that not less than $125,000 shall be allocated to OutstandingLife for the operation of a statewide virtual senior center for LGBTQIA+ older adults." The organization's mission is "to improve the quality of life of LGBTQ+ older adults by creating opportunities for connectedness through free online programming." Currently, OutstandingLife serves hundreds of LGBTQ+ seniors through their virtual senior center, located at www.outstandinglife.org and their free private membership site.

Key Points: 
  • Currently, OutstandingLife serves hundreds of LGBTQ+ seniors through their virtual senior center, located at www.outstandinglife.org and their free private membership site.
  • The legislature and the Governor agreed that addressing LGBTQ+ seniors' need for connection, support, and growth is essential."
  • Elisabeth Connell, Executive Director of Massachusetts Association of Councils on Aging added "MCOA is very excited to welcome OutstandingLife to the community of senior centers in Massachusetts!
  • OutstandingLife will be creating and operating a Virtual Senior Center for LGBTQIA+ older adults.

UnitedHealthcare Donates $1.4 Million To Nine Nonprofit Organizations in Massachusetts

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Tuesday, July 25, 2023
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In total, UnitedHealthcare is donating more than $11.1 million in grants through its Empowering Health program across 12 states.

Key Points: 
  • In total, UnitedHealthcare is donating more than $11.1 million in grants through its Empowering Health program across 12 states.
  • “UnitedHealthcare is honored to support the important work these local organizations are doing to provide greater access to services for underserved communities in Massachusetts,” said John Madondo, CEO, UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Massachusetts.
  • Since launching its Empowering Health commitment in 2018, UnitedHealthcare has now invested more than $62 million in Empowering Health grants, reaching nearly 11 million people through partnerships with community-based organizations in 30 states and the District of Columbia.
  • In Massachusetts, this includes more than $3.7 million in contributions over the last three years representing its businesses, foundations and employees.