Community Grant: Project Support
This grant funds innovative, measurable nonprofit projects in Worcester County focused on arts, basic needs, economic opportunity, health, or youth development.
Funder: Greater Worcester Community Foundation
Due Dates: June 24, 2026: Letter of Intent deadline (Letter of Intent closes at 11:59 PM)
Funding Amounts: $2,500–$25,000 per grant; nearly $2 million awarded annually; partial grants possible
Summary: Supports impactful nonprofit projects in Worcester County aligned with arts, basic needs, economic opportunity, health, or youth development.
Description
This program is the Greater Worcester Community Foundation’s flagship grant opportunity, providing nearly $2 million annually to support discrete projects or programs that align with one of five strategic focus areas: Arts & Creativity, Basic Needs, Economic Opportunity, Health & Wellbeing, and Youth Development. The grant seeks to foster impactful, inclusive, and sustainable community initiatives in Worcester County by supporting projects that demonstrate measurable outcomes, feasibility, innovation, community access, a commitment to equity, and organizational strength. Applications are reviewed by Foundation staff and community volunteers, with feedback and support available throughout the process.
