Fund for Williamstown

04/21/2021

Do you know an individual who is passionate about solving community challenges with innovative practices in Williamstown? Are you familiar with an organization, institution or business that creates new approaches to enhancing life for residents in town? Honor this inspirational work with a nomination for the Fund for Williamstown's DeMayo Bright Futures Innovation Award! Make a nomination by May 1 at https://www.berkshiretaconic.org/bReceivebNonprofitsIndividuals/SearchApplyforGrants/DeMayoBrightFuturesInnovationAward.aspx.

04/14/2021

The deadline to apply for grants for operational relief is tomorrow, April 15! Learn more and apply at https://www.berkshiretaconic.org/bReceivebNonprofitsIndividuals/SearchApplyforGrants/FundforWilliamstown.aspx.

This one-time opportunity will provide flexible grants to help established nonprofits continue to achieve their mission and impact, and allow for planning and recovery.

04/02/2021

Nonprofits and community organizations serving residents of Williamstown: We have extended the deadline to apply for unrestricted general operating support to April 15! Learn more and apply at https://www.berkshiretaconic.org/bReceivebNonprofitsIndividuals/SearchApplyforGrants/FundforWilliamstown.aspx.

This one-time opportunity will provide flexible grants to help established nonprofits continue to achieve their mission and impact, and allow for planning and recovery.

03/09/2021

UPDATE: The deadline has been extended to April 15.

The Fund for Williamstown invites applications for unrestricted general operating support from nonprofits serving residents of Williamstown. Apply by March 15 at https://www.berkshiretaconic.org/bReceivebNonprofitsIndividuals/SearchApplyforGrants/FundforWilliamstown.aspx.

As the COVID-19 crisis continues, vital organizations are facing threats to their existence, while the demands for their services are increasing. The Fund for Williamstown committee has decided this year to focus on the organizations meeting the needs of our neighbors caused by the effects of the pandemic. We feel strongly that our trusted nonprofits need financial support now to sustain services, absorb future challenges and provide programs for all residents, from newborns to seniors.

While the fund has traditionally supported projects and programs, this one-time opportunity will provide unrestricted general operating support to help established nonprofits continue to achieve their mission and impact and allow for planning and recovery. These grants are flexible and allow funds to support an organization’s ongoing administrative and infrastructure costs and to maintain existing, effective programs. Services and programs include those that improve the quality of life in Williamstown, and especially those that address critical needs such as food/housing, health care (including mental health care) and child care.

08/10/2020

In 2020, The Fund for Williamstown has awarded a total of $14,000 to nonprofit organizations and individuals to support innovative projects that will enhance the quality of life for residents of Williamstown, Mass.

The fund awarded grant money for the following programs:

Berkshire Lantern Walk: to host online lantern-making workshops and an autumn ramble through an illuminated sculpture garden on the grounds of the Clark Art Institute.

COVID-19 Emergency Response Fund for Berkshire County: to deploy resources to nonprofit organizations working with communities disproportionately impacted by the coronavirus and the economic consequences of this outbreak.

Elder Services of Berkshire County: to deliver meals to seniors.

Images Cinema: to present a film series that celebrates the impact of independent Black cinema on contemporary American culture.

Isabelle Holmes: to perform “Unsilent Night” by Phil Kline as a street promenade in December.

Roots Teen Center: to host workshops for youth on health, nutrition, artistic expression, technology and well-being.

South Williamstown Community Association: to develop a walking tour and map of northern Berkshire sites connected with the suffrage campaign and notable women.

WilliNet: to create a series of free video production workshops for northern Berkshire County youth.

The DeMayo Bright Futures Innovations Award 2020 has been awarded to WilliNet, a local access television station, for its exceptional commitment to Williamstown by being rapid, creative and innovative in response to the Coronavirus pandemic. WilliNet's ability to shift platforms, add programming and provide guidance in technology has helped keep everyone informed and safe in a very challenging time. Executive Director Debby Dane was thrilled to accept the award on behalf of Willinet, and said “WilliNet is humbled and honored to receive this award. Thank you Fund for Williamstown and BTF!.”

07/16/2020

Congratulations to Debbie Dane for receiving the well-deserved DeMayo Bright Futures Innovations Award! Thank you for going above and beyond to help our community stay in touch on Willinet, especially during these unprecedented times.

04/17/2019

You still have two weeks to nominate an organization, institution, business or individual for the DeMayo Bright Futures Innovation Award! Make a nomination by May 1 at https://bit.ly/2UEZEUK.

Do you know an individual who is passionate about solving community challenges with innovative practices in Williamstown? Are you familiar with an organization, institution or business that creates new approaches to enhancing life for residents in town? Honor this inspirational work with a nomination for the Fund for Williamstown's DeMayo Bright Futures Innovation Award. The deadline has been extended until May 1. Make a nomination at https://bit.ly/2UEZEUK.

04/09/2019

04/09/2019

It's that time of year again! We're accepting nominations for the DeMayo Bright Futures Innovation Award.

This award is by nomination only. Organizations, institutions, businesses or individuals may be nominated if they are passionate about solving community challenges with innovative practices in Williamstown, Mass. - Self-nominations and posthumous nominations will not be accepted.* - No current Fund...