Community Grant: Project Support (Greater Worcester Community Foundation)

About this program

The Greater Worcester Community Foundation offers its Community Grant Program, awarding nearly $2 million annually to support projects in five key areas: Arts & Creativity, Basic Needs, Economic Opportunity, Health & Wellbeing, and Youth Development. Grants range from $2,500 to $25,000, focusing on discrete project/programming initiatives. Eligibility is limited to 501c3 nonprofits, collaboratives with fiscal sponsors, houses of worship running community programs, and large multiservice institutions, all of which must demonstrate good financial standing and a strong governance structure. Applications must align with one of the strategic focus areas and are evaluated based on feasibility, community impact, equity commitment, and organizational strength.