Greater Lawrence Summer Fund
The Greater Lawrence Summer Fund supports evidence-based summer programs that promote youth development, learning, and wellbeing in the Greater Lawrence area.
Funder: Essex County Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $15,000 per award; average award is $6,000; one-year summer project funding
Summary: Supports high-quality summer programs for youth development, learning, and wellbeing in the Greater Lawrence area.
Key Information: For 501(c)(3) organizations serving youth from Lawrence, Methuen, Andover, or North Andover only.
Description
The Greater Lawrence Summer Fund (GLSF) is dedicated to closing opportunity and achievement gaps for youth in the Greater Lawrence area by supporting high-quality summer programs. The fund prioritizes initiatives that enhance social, emotional, and academic abilities, promote safety and health, advance skill development, and reduce summer learning loss. Programs should also affirm racial and cultural identity, and foster positive relationships among youth and staff. GLSF is focused on providing enriching, equitable, and inclusive summer opportunities that encourage personal growth and new experiences.
