[Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation](https://berkshiretaconic.org)

October 3, 2025 | October 3, 2026

$64,800 available for distribution in 2025; typical awards range from $500–$4,000, with an average of $3,000 per grant.

Supports projects enhancing the quality of life for all Williamstown residents in health, culture, education, and environment; open to nonprofits and community organizations.

--- ## Description The Fund for Williamstown, managed by the Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation in partnership with the Williamstown Community Chest, provides competitive grants to support a broad range of community improvement initiatives. Grants are awarded for projects in health and human services, cultural and educational programming, and environmental protection that benefit the residents of Williamstown, Massachusetts. The program aims to fortify, enliven, and expand opportunities for all residents, with a streamlined application process for nonprofits and community organizations through a unified grant cycle with the Mary and Henry Flynt Grant. --- ## Due Dates - October 3, 2025: Application deadline for the 2025 cycle - October 3, 2026: Application deadline for the 2026 cycle --- ## Funding Amount - Total funds available for distribution in 2025: $64,800 - Typical grant size: $500–$4,000 - Average award: $3,000 - In 2024, 28 grants were awarded Preference is given to time-limited projects or one-time needs. Grant recipients are expected to provide progress and final reports. --- ## Eligibility - Open to nonprofits and community organizations, including Town entities, serving the residents of Williamstown, MA. - For-profit or commercial entities are **not eligible**. - Organizations must not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, medical condition, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. - Applicants may be 501(c)(3) organizations, have a fiscal sponsor, or demonstrate a clear organizational structure. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted online via the [Williamstown Community Chest grant portal](https://williamstowncommunitychest.org/portfolio-posts/flynt-grant-fund-for-williamstown/), by email to info@WilliamstownCommunityChest.org, or by mail (see contact details below). - Required materials include a completed application form, project description, timeline, budget, and responses to questions on community impact, diversity/equity/inclusion, feasibility, and evaluation. - Mailed applications must be received by the deadline. - Public computer access is available at the Milne Public Library for those needing internet access. - Applications are reviewed by the Special Grants committee; final approval is by the board of the Williamstown Community Chest. - Funding decisions are announced after the November board meeting; grants are disbursed by mid-December. - Funded projects should be completed by December 31 of the following year, with final reports due at that time. --- ## Additional Information - Projects must demonstrate a clear benefit to the Williamstown community and address needs in health, human services, culture, education, or the environment. - Strong consideration is given to projects serving marginalized or underserved populations. - Applicants must address how their project promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. - If awarded less than the requested amount, applicants should explain how the project would be impacted. --- ## External Links - [Fund for Williamstown Program Page](https://berkshiretaconic.org/grants/fund-for-williamstown) - [Williamstown Community Chest Grant Information](https://williamstowncommunitychest.org/portfolio-posts/flynt-grant-fund-for-williamstown/) - [2025 Application Guidelines (PDF)](https://williamstowncommunitychest.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/2025-flynt-and-fund-for-williamstown-guidelines.pdf) - [Online Application Portal](https://williamstowncommunitychest.org/mary-and-henry-flynt-grant-and-fund-for-williamstown-grant-2025-application/) --- ## Contact Information | Organization | Email | Phone | Mailing Address | |-------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------|---------------|--------------------------------------| | Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation | [info@berkshiretaconic.org](mailto:info@berkshiretaconic.org) | 413.229.0370 | 800 North Main Street, Sheffield, MA 01257-9503 | | Williamstown Community Chest | [info@WilliamstownCommunityChest.org](mailto:info@WilliamstownCommunityChest.org) | 413.458.2443 | PO Box 204, Williamstown, MA 01267 |

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