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Scholarships & Loans
The Scholarship and Interest-Free Educational Loan Program Obtaining a college education is expensive, and the Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts strives to provide some financial assistance to students living in…
1.26.21 / Post
Shoulder to Shoulder: Dedication That’s Virtually Unique…
…many organizations might have been tempted to reexamine and potentially roll back their commitments to DEI initiatives. As the Community Foundation navigated the pandemic and its devastating effects on our…
3.15.21 / Post
Defying Odds, Springfield's Somali Bantu Community Perseveres
…Community of Springfield organizes activities for its members. About 120 Somali and Somali Bantu families now live in Greater Springfield, according to Abdi. The Somali Bantu Community of Springfield, with…
3.31.21 / Post
Serving Those Who Serve
…Last year, the Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts approached Duggan with a grant from the COVID-19 Response Fund to help COVID-19 first responders in the region, including the nurses of…
7.1.21 / Post
Where COVID-19 Relief Included Bedtime Stories
…and connected with children and families during the COVID-19 crisis. Government loans and two unrestricted grants from the Community Foundation’s COVID-19 Response Fund made a world of difference, according to…
7.26.21 / Post
Growing Activism in Holyoke: The Carlos Vega Fund for Social Justice
…at the Foundation, aims to “honor Carlos’ commitment to a more vibrant and equitable community in the Greater Holyoke area by supporting individuals and organizations in the creation of social-justice…
8.23.21 / Post
Hats Off to Dr. Willie Hill, Jr.
…Dr. Hill, with his wife Beverly, wear other hats: philanthropists. He served for nine years as a Trustee of the Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts. They volunteer, serve on boards…
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Professional Advisor Articles
…certain clients Philanthropy tips and trends October 2023 Clients want to know: What’s deductible and what’s not? Spotting opportunity: Moving from a commercial fund to the Community Foundation Charitable planning…
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COVID | CDBG Food Security
STATUS: Decisions Pending Please join our mailing list to be notified of future funding opportunities. Community Foundation-Sponsored Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program for Food Security Overview The Community Foundation…
7.13.22 / Post
A Nonprofit Aims to “Positively Disrupt” the Western Mass. Tech Sector — and it’s Working
…people of color, LGBTQA+, or from non-traditional educational backgrounds. Classes, as well as computer hardware and software, are free. “The Community Foundation’s consistent support has been critical to our ability…