Art Installations Scheduled for June 15 for Art on the Trails: Legacy at Beals Preserve
The Southborough Open Land Foundation invites the general public to visit Beals Preserve to watch artists install their work for the 8th annual Art on the Trails on Saturday, June 15 from 10 am to 5 pm at Beals Preserve, located on Main Street in Southborough, Massachusetts. This year’s theme is Legacy, in honor of the memory of Whitney Beals, the […]
Building Meaningful and Connected Lives: A Q&A with the Association for Autism and Neurodiversity (AANE)
As we reflect on the recent month of April as Autism Awareness Month, the Foundation is recognizing our local nonprofit partner, Association for Autism and Neurodiversity (AANE). With a mission to “provide individuals, families, and professionals with education, community and support,” AANE is creating and fostering an “inclusive atmosphere of validation and respect” in the […]
Lifting Community Through Empowerment: A Q&A With Racquel Knight, Director of Center for Women & Enterprise’s Central MA Office
During the month of March and Women’s History Month, the Foundation joins the Library of Congress in “celebrating the vital role of women in American history” by highlighting one of our local nonprofit partners making an impact in the lives of women throughout the MetroWest region. The Center for Women & Enterprise (CWE) has been […]
Leaving a Lasting Impact: Answering Your Questions on Legacy Giving
As the 2023 tax season wraps up and planning for 2024 begins, now is a suitable time to explore the benefits of legacy giving. Legacy giving, also known as planned giving, offers a way to support causes and the community you care about while potentially reducing your tax burden. Certain types of planned gifts can […]
Community Foundation for MetroWest elects new members and chair to Board of Trustees
The Community Foundation for MetroWest has announced the election of two new members and the appointment of a new Chairperson to its Board of Trustees.
Natick arts: $525K coming Community Foundation for MetroWest’s way
The Community Foundation for MetroWest has announced it will receive a three-year $525,000 grant starting this year from the Barr Foundation’s “Creative Commonwealth Initiative.”
Neshe joins Community Foundation board
Hopkinton’s Dana Neshe recently was named to the board of trustees for the Community Foundation for MetroWest.
Enriching Community Through Art: A Q&A with Africano Waltham Founder Juliet Najjumba
Every February, the United States takes the month to reflect on Black History and to recognize the people who shape our communities. This year, the national theme for Black History month was “African Americans and the Arts,” a theme which “explores the creativity, resilience and innovation from a culture that has uplifted spirits and soothed […]
Community Foundation for MetroWest Elects New Members and Chairperson to Board of Trustees
NATICK – February 27, 2024 – The Community Foundation for MetroWest is proud to announce the election of two new members and the appointment of a new Chairperson to its Board of Trustees. At a recent board meeting, the nonprofit organization welcomed Dana Neshe, President of Middlesex Savings Bank and resident of Hopkinton, and Christine […]
Staff Spotlight: Kuan Lee, Grant Operations Associate
The Foundation is thrilled to welcome Kuan Lee as Grant Operations Associate! “I am very excited to be working at the Foundation and am grateful to my program teammates for being so supportive and helpful.” shared Lee. As Grant Operations Associate, Kuan is an important member of the Foundation’s Program team providing administrative and operational […]
Staff Spotlight: Alyssa Berkson, Program Manager
The Foundation is thrilled to welcome Alyssa Berkson as Program Manager! As Program Manager, Alyssa is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day management of the Foundation’s programs including Youth in Philanthropy and the Center for Philanthropy Education.“As a Youth in Philanthropy alum and Framingham native, I have experienced the value of MetroWest programming and I am […]
The Community Foundation for MetroWest Announces $735,000 In Fall Grants
The Community Foundation for MetroWest is proud to recognize and celebrate its 2023 Human Services and Arts & Culture grant partners. The Foundation has awarded a record $735,000 in general operating grants to 58 nonprofit organizations this fall. This investment aims to have a significant and positive impact on the MetroWest community and brings the […]