
Highland Street FoundationPub 78
Pub 78
Highland Street FoundationPub 78
Pub 78
Newton, MA, US
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a.k.a Highland Street Connection and Subsidiaries
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501(c)(3)
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EIN
04-3048298
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Private Foundation
Regional Funder
Women Led

Highland Street FoundationPub 78
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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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.
Cause Areas
15
Foundations
Arts and culture
Education
Environment
Voluntarism
Health
Science
Social sciences
Information and communications
Community and economic development
Religion
Sports and recreation
Human rights
Human services
Unknown or not classified
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Populations
35
Adults
Children and youth
Indigenous peoples
Multiracial people
People of African descent
People of Asian descent
People of European descent
People of Latin American descent
People of Middle Eastern descent
Caregivers
Families
Non-adult children
Parents
Widows and widowers
Heterosexuals
Intersex people
LGBTQ people
Men and boys
Women and girls
People with disabilities
People with diseases and illnesses
Persons with substance use disorder(s)
Pregnant people
Christians
Academics
Activists
Artists and performers
Domestic workers
Emergency responders
Farmers
Military personnel
Retired people
Self-employed people
Unemployed people
Veterans
Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
ALVERNO COLLEGE
$4.6M
4%

PALM SPRINGS ART MUSEUM
$2.3M
2%

CAMP HARBOR VIEW FOUNDATION INC C/O CONNORS FAMILY OFFICE
$1.9M
2%
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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
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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