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title: "Direct Relief: Bridge Forward Fund"
description: "*Bridge Forward is currently not accepting applications, check back when they re-open applications.* This  fund is for **individuals and families experiencing financial hardship of any kind**, with particular (but not exclusive) focus on those with needs arising from emergencies, medical…"
url: "https://community.womensmoneymatters.org/resources/direct-relief-bridge-forward-fund/"
updated: "2023-07-24"
category: Preferential Loans and Direct Financial Relief
---

# Direct Relief: Bridge Forward Fund

*Bridge Forward is currently not accepting applications, check back when they re-open applications.*

This  fund is for **individuals and families experiencing financial hardship of any kind**, with particular (but not exclusive) focus on those with needs arising from emergencies, medical issues, education, and housing instability. 

Applicants must be:

- 18 years old or older 
- Income $80,000 or below
- A Massachusetts resident

Upon submitting an application, applicants will be invited to have a conversation with a BFF staff member and review support and fund distribution. Funds may be distributed directly to the individual or to a 3rd party within a 1-2 week timeframe.

[https://www.bridgeforward.org/](https://www.bridgeforward.org/)