Greater Worcester Community Foundation

06/18/2026

We're still buzzing from our 50th annual meeting two weeks ago! A huge thank you to everyone who showed up and made it so special. We are looking forward to the next 50 years 🥰

Thank you to all of our sponsors, including Seven Saws Brewing for being our beverage partner throughout our 50th anniversary!

Photos by Maple & Main Creative

06/17/2026

Congratulations to the inaugural recipients of the Becker Scholarship Fund, which is awarding a total of $418,000 this year to nine students pursuing higher education at Assumption University, College of the Holy Cross, Emmanuel College, Northeastern University, Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), and Worcester State University 🥳

📰 Read the full announcement: https://buff.ly/hCrmwex

06/16/2026

This video celebrates our 50th anniversary, featuring past and current leaders, fundholders, and local nonprofits!

Thank you to 19 Carter, Southeast Asian Coalition, and Greater Worcester Land Trust for being included.

06/09/2026

Nourishing Tomorrow’s Leaders might be right for you or someone you know! NTL is a nine week course focused on leadership development through board service, empowering those that typically do not serve on boards.

📄 Join our info session tomorrow, June 10, and apply by July 10.

➡️ Learn more: https://buff.ly/knBCb9G

06/08/2026

Ascentria Immigrant Legal Assistance Program is deeply grateful to the Greater Worcester Community Foundation for its generous $150,000 grant as part of the Foundation's 50th anniversary investment in Worcester County.

This support will help us retain dedicated staff who assist individuals and families with critical immigration documentation and legal services, while also helping cover filing fees that can otherwise be significant barriers to stability and opportunity.

At a time when demand for immigration legal services remains high, this investment strengthens our ability to serve our community with compassion and expertise. Thank you to Greater Worcester Community Foundation and its donors for their commitment to creating equitable opportunities for all who call Worcester County home.

06/08/2026

Registration is now open for our next NSC workshop on Creating an Impactful Internship Program!

In this two-hour session, Amy Mosher Berry will discuss the best practices for creating an internship program that helps nonprofits build talent and capacity while avoiding common pitfalls.

Doors will open at 9 a.m. with a light breakfast being served; the workshop will begin at 9:30 a.m.

➡️ Register: https://buff.ly/AAyKmfB

06/05/2026

It was wonderful to have Charles Vogl with us for our 50th Annual Meeting and a special NSC session for nonprofit leaders!

Charles’ work on building belonging and strengthening community resonated deeply with attendees, sparking meaningful dialogue and new connections.

We are grateful to Charles, as well as everyone who actively participated in these sessions, for helping make our 50th Annual Meeting so special. 💙🩵

Thank you to the Greater Worcester Community Foundation for inviting me to join this year's special 50th Annual Meeting.

One of the great joys of this work is to meet and spend time with people who care deeply about the places and the changing communities within the spaces they call home.

Throughout the visit, I spoke with leaders, advocates, activists, and neighbors who continue to invest in Worcester County through generosity, cooperation, and long-term vision and commitment.

I was especially encouraged by the willingness of so many people to work across sectors of health, housing, education and others to build trust and invest in the well-being of those most struggling.

Community grows when people gather for connection and contribute to something around shared values. Lots of this was going on.

Thank you for the warm welcome and the meaningful conversations.

06/05/2026

We are a few days away from our next NSC workshop, The Pivot Point: Leading Through Disruption!

In this 2-hour intensive, led by Heidi Holtz, we will explore how organizations survive and thrive when faced with change. Join four seasoned leaders for a deep dive into the art of the pivot and walk away with a specific set of tools for embracing disruption.

Thank you to Stillwork Coaching & Consulting, Girls Inc of Worcester, The Shine Initiative, and Worcester Community Housing Resources, Inc. for being a part of this workshop and panel! This workshop is generously sponsored by Fidelity Bank MA.

➡️ Learn more and register: https://buff.ly/jEXhxjn

06/04/2026

Our 2025 annual report is now available! This year's annual report celebrates highlights from the past year and 50 years of the community foundation.

Our annual report features Love Your Labels, Southeast Asian Coalition, The Spanish American Center, Inc., DetecTogether, and Blackstone Valley Education Foundation.

📖 Read the full report: https://buff.ly/16FH7HX

Design and Photography: Maple & Main Creative

06/03/2026

Greater Worcester Community Foundation is celebrating its 50th anniversary by earmarking $2 million to support area nonprofits and launch new programs.