The Greater Worcester Community Foundation awards grants semi-annually. They are now accepting a new round of submissions from organizations that serve our region.
Proposals should be submitted by qualified non-profit organizations*. Grants typically range from $5,000 – $25,000. They will be awarded for projects benefiting towns and cities of Worcester County, which includes Southborough.
[Note: Of course, it isn’t the only area organization offering to fund local non-profits. The Southborough Community Fund is accepting grant applications through September 8th. If you missed that story, you can find the details here.]
The GWCF is seeking proposals for the following categories:
- Civic Life, the Arts and the Environment
- Early Childhood Development
- Youth Development and Education
- Economic Security
- Healthy Communities
The deadline to apply is Friday, September 15.
For more information or an application, click here. Information on the website includes an offer to help charities develop effective applications:
To help you prepare a more effective proposal, we have created a set of instructions for your use. Click here to view them. We have also created a webinar, which you can view here.
*Applicants must be 501(c)(3) public charities serving Worcester or the cities and towns of Worcester County. Organizations located outside this area must demonstrate the significant role of local partners in order to be considered. Projects that are not incorporated as independent organizations must apply through an established nonprofit as fiscal agent. Public agencies, municipal departments, and houses of worship are not typically eligible to receive Community Grants.
