The Equality Fund
The Equality Fund at the Boston Foundation supports research, advocacy, and innovative programs addressing urgent needs and equity for Greater Boston’s LGBTQ+ communities, with a focus on the most marginalized groups.
Funder: The Boston Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 | March 2027 | March 2027
Funding Amounts: Awards typically range from $1,000–$25,000 for one year; most recent cycle awarded $552,875 across 50 organizations.
Summary: Supports Greater Boston nonprofits advancing equity and critical services for LGBTQ+ communities through research, partnerships, and targeted grantmaking.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity; all dates are projected and subject to change.
Description
The Equality Fund at the Boston Foundation is the largest philanthropic initiative exclusively dedicated to supporting LGBTQ+ communities in Massachusetts. Since 2012, the Fund has invested in research, public forums, strategic partnerships, and grantmaking to nonprofit organizations serving Greater Boston's LGBTQ+ population. Guided by an Advisory Committee of community members and allies, the Fund emphasizes innovative, intersectional programming that addresses urgent and emerging issues facing LGBTQ+ people, including legal rights, community building, safe spaces, healthcare access, and economic stability. Grants are awarded annually to organizations and programs that provide direct services, advocacy, and field-building support for LGBTQ+ individuals and families, with a focus on the most marginalized groups within the community.
