Massage Therapy Foundation Community Service Awards supports nonprofit organisations that provide physiotherapy services to underserved communities in the United States and around the world. The awards offer up to $20,000 for community-based projects with a one-year duration. Applications close on March 15, 2026, at 11:59 pm CST.
About The Massage Therapy Foundation Community Service Awards
The MTF Community Service Awards partners with nonprofit organisations in the US and other countries to provide support to the physiotherapy profession. The MTF award also seeks to strengthen the working relationship between the massage therapy profession and community-based organisations to support individuals without access to massage services.
The award funding has been increased from $5000 to $20,000, with funding available for 1-2 larger projects for a duration of 1 year from the date of disbursement.
Funding Size
- Typical grant amount: $20,000
- Maximum award: $20,000
- Project duration supported: One year
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Who Can Apply to the Massage Therapy Foundation Community Service Awards
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- Eligible organisation types: Nonprofits focusing on providing therapeutic massage
- Registration requirements:
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- Organisations must have existed for at least one year.
- Nonprofits must be tax-exempt under the 501(c)(3) in the U.S. and in other countries
- Must currently provide therapeutic services in underserved communities.
- Geographic eligibility: United States and international organisations
- Sector or thematic focus: Therapeutic massage projects in underserved communities.
Application Process
- Applications are submitted on the official grant website.
- The award committee reviews the applications, and successful applicants are notified.
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Required Materials
- Project proposal
- Nonprofit organisations that have been in operation for at least one year.
- Nonprofits must be tax-exempt under the 501(c)(3) in the U.S. and in other countries
Key Dates
- Application deadline: March 15, 2026, at 11.59 pm CST
- Notification timeline: Not specified.
Selection Notes
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- The award is competitive and awards 1-2 large projects per year.
- Priority focus areas: Therapeutic massage services for underserved communities.
- Exclusions:
- Individuals
- Projects and nonprofits focused on other causes.
Official Source of the Massage Therapy Foundation Community Service Awards
- Official Application Page: https://massagetherapyfoundation.org/grants-awards-contests/community-service-awards/
