Proposals were capped at 3,000 words and accepted as PDF or DOCX files. The narrative had to explain the organization, the problem, the people affected, the expected result, the evaluation method, the budget, the staff, the partners, the schedule, and the fit with the Community's values.
Supporting materials
- Recent audited financial statements.
- A note on any other grants received or planned for this work.
- A list of the organization's Board of Directors.
Before you write
Read the funding guidelines first. Confirm that your organization is a 501(c)(3) based in Greater Boston and that the project fits the published priorities. Be specific about the need, the work, and how you will know whether it made a difference.
Current status
The published timeline and award levels describe the 2017 program. Use the inquiry form below or write to [email protected] to ask about the current status of grantmaking.