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UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS FOUNDATION INC

UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS FOUNDATION INC

Boston, MA, US
501(c)3
EIN
04-6013152
Regional Funder
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UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS FOUNDATION INC

Boston, MA, US
501(c)3
EIN
04-6013152
Regional Funder

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Est.

1950

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

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The University of Massachusetts Foundation Inc is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting initiatives within Massachusetts. With a total of $26.7 million in grants paid in 2024, the foundation engages in relationship-based funding and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants strictly by invitation. Nonprofits interested in connecting with this funder can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

THE MISSION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS FOUNDATION, INC. IS TO FOSTER AND PROMOTE THE GROWTH, PROGRESS AND GENERAL WELFARE OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS AS STATED IN THE ORIGINAL 1950 ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION. THE FOUNDATION RECEIVES, INVESTS AND DISBURSES PRIVATE GIFTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS AND ITS EDUCATIONAL MISSION.
Total Funding Given

$26.7M

2024
Grantees funded
2
Multi-year grantees
50%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

2

Median 1st year grant
$5.9M
Median 2nd year grant
$12.9M
Q
Qing Wan
Board Member
N
Nathan P Chesley
Board Member
J
Jose J Cortez
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS FOUNDATION INC?
No. UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS FOUNDATION INC give?
UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS FOUNDATION INC primarily gives to organizations located in 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 UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS FOUNDATION INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS FOUNDATION INC fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $5.9 million. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS FOUNDATION INC make each year?
In 2024, UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS FOUNDATION INC awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $26.7 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS FOUNDATION INC fund recently?
In 2024, UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS FOUNDATION INC awarded grants to about 2 grantees. Recent grantees include UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS LOWELL and BERKSHIRE HEALTH SYSTEMS INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS FOUNDATION INC?
UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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