The number of overdose deaths nationally in 2022, the deadliest year on record
The number of people who die every day in Massachusetts from overdose
Our Areas of Impact
Ending the overdose crisis requires a comprehensive and flexible approach. No one policy or program alone is sufficient to address the magnitude of the crisis. We organize our work into three focus areas:

Investing in Community

Generating Knowledge

Building Inclusive Networks
The latest from RIZE
Liz Whynott Joins RIZE Massachusetts Foundation to Lead Municipal Training and Technical Assistance Program
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 10, 2025 CONTACT: Molly McKinney, Ball Consulting Group, LLCPhone: 617-243-9950; Email: molly@ballcg.com Liz Whynott Joins RIZE Massachusetts Foundation to Lead Municipal Training and Technical Assistance Program BOSTON (June 10, 2025) – RIZE...
RIZE Massachusetts Foundation Appoints Chief Advancement Officer and Associate Program Officer
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 13, 2025 CONTACT: Molly McKinney, Ball Consulting Group, LLCPhone: 617-243-9950; Email: molly@ballcg.com RIZE Massachusetts Foundation Appoints Chief Advancement Officer and Associate Program Officer BOSTON (May 13, 2025) – RIZE Massachusetts...
Harm Reduction in Shelter Settings: Current Practices and Future Opportunities
In October, RIZE hosted a webinar to release the findings of a study of harm reduction practices in shelter settings in partnership with Boston Medical Center, led by Avik Chatterjee, MD and Thomas Regan. A panel discussion followed a presentation of the findings,...
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