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Highland Street Foundation
Pub 78

Highland Street Foundation
Pub 78

Newton, MA, US
a.k.a Highland Street Connection and Subsidiaries
501(c)(3)
EIN
04-3048298
Private Foundation
Regional Funder
Women Led
Logo for "Highland Street Foundation"

Highland Street Foundation
Pub 78

Newton, MA, US
a.k.a Highland Street Connection and Subsidiaries
501(c)(3)
EIN
04-3048298
Private Foundation
Regional Funder
Women Led

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Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

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The Highland Street Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofit initiatives by invitation only, as it does not accept unsolicited proposals. In 2024, the foundation disbursed a total of $4.4 million across 832 grantees, emphasizing a relationship-based engagement model. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

The Highland Street Foundation is committed to addressing the most pressing needs and concerns for children and families in Massachusetts and California. We provide access and opportunities in education, housing, mentorship, health care, environment, and the arts.
Total Funding Given

$4.4M

2024
Grantees funded
832
Multi-year grantees
60%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

410

Median 1st year grant
$5K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
B
Blake Jordan
Board Member
D
David J McGrath Iii
Board Member
S
Sean P McGrath
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Highland Street Foundation?
No. Highland Street Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Highland Street Foundation give?
Highland Street Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Massachusetts, California, and District Of Columbia. 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 Highland Street Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Highland Street Foundation fall in the below $5,000 range. The median first-year grant is about $5,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Highland Street Foundation make each year?
In 2024, Highland Street Foundation awarded about 410 grants, totaling nearly $4.4 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Highland Street Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, Highland Street Foundation awarded grants to about 830 grantees. Recent grantees include ALVERNO COLLEGE, PALM SPRINGS ART MUSEUM, and CAMP HARBOR VIEW FOUNDATION INC C/O CONNORS FAMILY OFFICE. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Highland Street Foundation?
Highland Street Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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