Greater Worcester Community Foundation
Greater Worcester Community Foundation
WORCESTER, MA, US
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a.k.a Greater Worcester Community Foundation
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501(c)(3)
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EIN
04-2572276
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DAF Sponsor
Community Foundation
Regional Funder
Greater Worcester Community Foundation
WORCESTER, MA, US
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a.k.a Greater Worcester Community Foundation
•
501(c)(3)
•
EIN
04-2572276
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•
DAF Sponsor
Community Foundation
Regional Funder
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The Greater Worcester Community Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization that provides grant funding primarily in Massachusetts, with additional support in Connecticut and Illinois. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and engages with nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only approach. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
GREATER WORCESTER COMMUNITY FOUNDATION'S MISSION IS TO BUILD HEALTHY AND VIBRANT COMMUNITIES IN CENTRAL MASSACHUSETTS. THE FOUNDATION WORKS WITH DONORS, BUILDS CHARITABLE ENDOWMENTS, AND PROVIDES SUPPORT TO NONPROFITS IN THE AREA.
Cause Areas
10
Nonprofits
Health
Arts and culture
Community and economic development
Education
Human services
Human rights
Environment
Information and communications
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Populations
2
Adults
Children and youth
Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
WORCESTER COMMUNITY ACTION COUNCIL INC
$3.1M
6%
AFRICAN COMMUNITY EDUCATION PROGRAM INC
$2.9M
6%
UNITED WAY OF CENTRAL MASSACHUSETTS INC
$2.6M
5%
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Total No. of Grants
225
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$20K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Greater Worcester Community Foundation?
No. Greater Worcester Community Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Greater Worcester Community Foundation give?
Greater Worcester Community Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Illinois. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are Greater Worcester Community Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Greater Worcester Community Foundation fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Greater Worcester Community Foundation make each year?
In 2024, Greater Worcester Community Foundation awarded about 230 grants, totaling nearly $7.3 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Greater Worcester Community Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, Greater Worcester Community Foundation awarded grants to about 380 grantees. Recent grantees include WORCESTER COMMUNITY ACTION COUNCIL INC, AFRICAN COMMUNITY EDUCATION PROGRAM INC, and UNITED WAY OF CENTRAL MASSACHUSETTS INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Greater Worcester Community Foundation?
Greater Worcester Community Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.