Charles H. Farnsworth Trust Grants
Charles H. Farnsworth Trust Grants support organizations working with older adults through housing, services, planning, and research that help them live with dignity and independence.
Funder: Charles H. Farnsworth Trust
Due Dates: November 15, 2026 (Annual application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Capital grants generally $25,000–$250,000; operating and program grants typically $10,000–$25,000
Summary: Supports housing, services, planning, and research that help older adults live with dignity and independence.
Key Information: Preference is given to older adults in need who live in Greater Boston.
Description
Established in 1930, the Charles H. Farnsworth Trust supports work that helps older adults live with dignity and independence. Administered by Bank of America Private Bank’s Massachusetts office, it is particularly interested in affordable housing and housing paired with support services. Capital grants can support construction or renovation of housing for older adults.
The trust also funds health care, homemaker assistance, and nutritional support that enable older adults to remain in their communities. Its interests extend to planning for supportive housing and to research and communication that help individuals, institutions, and communities improve the quality and availability of housing and support services. It gives preference to older adults in need who reside in Greater Boston.
