Community foundation · EIN 04-2572276
Greater Worcester Community Foundation Inc
Worcester, MA
Greater Worcester Community Foundation Inc is a community foundation based in Worcester, MA. On its Form 990 (Schedule I) for tax year 2025, it reported $9.46M in grants paid across 301 grants, with $274M in total assets. Its largest grants went to Boys & Girls Club of Worcester, Worcester Historical Museum (dba Museum of Worcester) and Rural Cemetery & Crematory.
How to request funding
Community foundations usually run open grant rounds for nonprofits in their area, alongside donor-advised funds that donors direct. Check Greater Worcester Community Foundation Inc's website for current grant opportunities, deadlines and eligibility.
How it makes and monitors grants (Schedule I, Part IV)
Any grants and support given are closely monitored via review of backup documentation and proof of expense.
Grants as reported on its Form 990 for tax year 2025; the application guidance above is general for this type of funder. Requirements change; confirm with the organization before applying.
Mission
To enhance our worcester county community, now and in the future, through philanthropic leadership.
As stated on its Form 990.
Largest grants, tax year 2025
Historical data · not a prediction| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boys & Girls Club of Worcester | Worcester, MA | Youth Development | $565,464 |
| Worcester Historical Museum (dba Museum of Worcester) | Worcester, MA | Arts, Culture & Humanities | $415,100 |
| Rural Cemetery & Crematory | Worcester, MA | Human Services | $264,100 |
| United Way of Central Massachusetts | Worcester, MA | Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations | $261,450 |
| Umass Memorial Health Care Inc | Worcester, MA | Health Care | $203,000 |
| Music Worcester Inc | Worcester, MA | Arts, Culture & Humanities | $183,004 |
| Worcester Art Museum | Worcester, MA | Arts, Culture & Humanities | $173,440 |
| Quinsigamond Community College Foundation | Worcester, MA | Education | $154,210 |
| Abby's House | Worcester, MA | Housing & Shelter | $137,205 |
| Whitin Community Center | Whitinsville, MA | Human Services | $120,993 |
| Worcester Jewish Community Center | Worcester, MA | Human Services | $120,910 |
| Worcester Center for Performing Arts (hanover Theatre) | Worcester, MA | Arts, Culture & Humanities | $119,290 |
| Juniper Outreach Foundation | Paxton, MA | Human Services | $106,000 |
| African Community Education Program (ace) | Worcester, MA | Education | $96,500 |
| Open Sky Community Services | Worcester, MA | Mental Health & Crisis Intervention | $94,500 |
| Massachusetts Education and Career Opportunities Inc | Worcester, MA | Public & Societal Benefit | $92,561 |
| Dudley Woman's Club | Dudley, MA | Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations | $82,000 |
| Crocodile River Music | Worcester, MA | Arts, Culture & Humanities | $77,450 |
| Friends of Northbridge Elders Inc | Whitinsville, MA | Human Services | $74,254 |
| Hale YMCA Youth and Family Center | Putnam, CT | Human Services | $71,850 |
| Dismas House of Massachusetts Inc | Worcester, MA | Human Services | $70,900 |
| Jean Mcdonough Arts Center (jmac) | Worcester, MA | Arts, Culture & Humanities | $70,500 |
| Town of Holden | Holden, MA | Community Improvement & Capacity Building | $70,000 |
| Community Harvest Project | North Grafton, MA | Food, Agriculture & Nutrition | $65,940 |
| Northeastern University | Boston, MA | Education | $65,400 |
The 25 largest of 301 grants listed on the return. 15 grants to individuals ($53.6K) are counted but not named. Names and purposes as reported to the IRS.
Where its grants went
Quick answers
Does Greater Worcester Community Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Community foundations usually run open grant rounds for nonprofits in their area, alongside donor-advised funds that donors direct. Check Greater Worcester Community Foundation Inc's website for current grant opportunities, deadlines and eligibility. Form 990 does not report an application process, so confirm with the organization.
How much does Greater Worcester Community Foundation Inc give each year?
For tax year 2025, it reported $9,464,123 in grants paid (301 grants). Giving can change from year to year.
What organizations has Greater Worcester Community Foundation Inc funded?
Its largest grants in tax year 2025 went to Boys & Girls Club of Worcester (MA), $565K, Worcester Historical Museum (dba Museum of Worcester) (MA), $415K, Rural Cemetery & Crematory (MA), $264K, United Way of Central Massachusetts (MA), $261K and Umass Memorial Health Care Inc (MA), $203K.