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Est.

1987

Latest Fiscal Year

Not available

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

FRIENDS OF BOSTON'S HOMELESS INC is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on addressing homelessness in Boston. The foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and makes grants exclusively through invitation, emphasizing a relationship-based engagement approach. Nonprofits interested in connecting with this funder can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

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Total Funding Given
$160.1K
2025
Grantees funded
1
Multi-year grantees
100%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
2
Median 1st year grant
$70.7K
Median 2nd year grant
$57.4K
M
Mariann Bucina Roca
Board Member
C
Carrie Coughlin
Board Member
J
John E Rosenthal
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to FRIENDS OF BOSTON'S HOMELESS INC?
No. FRIENDS OF BOSTON'S HOMELESS INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does FRIENDS OF BOSTON'S HOMELESS INC give?
FRIENDS OF BOSTON'S HOMELESS 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 FRIENDS OF BOSTON'S HOMELESS INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from FRIENDS OF BOSTON'S HOMELESS INC fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $71 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does FRIENDS OF BOSTON'S HOMELESS INC make each year?
In 2025, FRIENDS OF BOSTON'S HOMELESS INC awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $160 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did FRIENDS OF BOSTON'S HOMELESS INC fund recently?
In 2025, FRIENDS OF BOSTON'S HOMELESS INC awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include FRIENDS DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to FRIENDS OF BOSTON'S HOMELESS INC?
FRIENDS OF BOSTON'S HOMELESS INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.