NEW ENGLAND FOUNDATION FOR THE ARTS, INCORPORATED
NEW ENGLAND FOUNDATION FOR THE ARTS, INCORPORATED
BOSTON, MA, US
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a.k.a NEFA
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501(c)(3)
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EIN
04-2593591
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Regional Funder
Women Led
BIPOC Led
LGBTQ+ Led
NEW ENGLAND FOUNDATION FOR THE ARTS, INCORPORATED
BOSTON, MA, US
•
a.k.a NEFA
•
501(c)(3)
•
EIN
04-2593591
•
•
•
Regional Funder
Women Led
BIPOC Led
LGBTQ+ Led
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The New England Foundation for the Arts, Incorporated is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting the arts in New York, California, and Massachusetts. It operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
NEFA invests in artists and communities and fosters equitable access to the arts, enriching the cultural landscape in New England and the nation.
Cause Areas
5
Arts and culture
Community improvement
Economic development
Diversity and intergroup relations
Cultural rights
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Populations
2
Adults
Children and youth
Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
FRACTURED ATLAS INC
$954.3K
2%
THE PERFORMANCE ZONE INC
$494K
1%
JOYCE THEATER FOUNDATION INC
$402.3K
1%
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Total No. of Grants
196
Median 1st year grant
$11K
Median 2nd year grant
$11K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to NEW ENGLAND FOUNDATION FOR THE ARTS, INCORPORATED?
No. NEW ENGLAND FOUNDATION FOR THE ARTS,
INCORPORATED does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does NEW ENGLAND FOUNDATION FOR THE ARTS, INCORPORATED give?
NEW ENGLAND FOUNDATION FOR THE ARTS,
INCORPORATED primarily gives to organizations located in New York, California, and Massachusetts. 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 NEW ENGLAND FOUNDATION FOR THE ARTS, INCORPORATED’s grants?
The largest share of grants from NEW ENGLAND FOUNDATION FOR THE ARTS,
INCORPORATED fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $11 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does NEW ENGLAND FOUNDATION FOR THE ARTS, INCORPORATED make each year?
In 2024, NEW ENGLAND FOUNDATION FOR THE ARTS,
INCORPORATED awarded about 200 grants, totaling nearly $3.7 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did NEW ENGLAND FOUNDATION FOR THE ARTS, INCORPORATED fund recently?
In 2024, NEW ENGLAND FOUNDATION FOR THE ARTS,
INCORPORATED awarded grants to about 690 grantees. Recent grantees include FRACTURED ATLAS INC, THE PERFORMANCE ZONE INC, and JOYCE THEATER FOUNDATION INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to NEW ENGLAND FOUNDATION FOR THE ARTS, INCORPORATED?
NEW ENGLAND FOUNDATION FOR THE ARTS,
INCORPORATED does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.