We’re the foundation of and for all of Cambridge.

We aspire to make our community vibrant, just, and equitable today and into the future. 
Volunteers

Grantmaking

Supporting the Cambridge nonprofit ecosystem through grants and investments in strategic initiatives.

Explore our grants
Clambridgeport school

Philanthropic Partnerships

Helping donors make informed philanthropic decisions based on deep community knowledge.

Partner with us
Clambridgeport school

Civic Leadership

Conducting independent research and inspiring city-wide conversations and partnerships across sectors to solve problems.

See our latest research

Our news

We launched our new strategic plan

Nearly 800 neighbors joined us on Saturday, October 14, for a community block party and celebration of a momentous new stage in the Foundation’s strategic work to ensure a vibrant, just, and equitable Cambridge for all.

The event was an opportunity to see and experience elements of social cohesion and economic mobility – two new focus areas for the Foundation.

Read More

Stories of community action

  • Social cohesion in the living room.

    Lori Lander's Wednesday Breakfasts build community.

    Read more

  • Conversation is key.

    Alongside the launch of our five-year strategic plan, we joined several important conversations about innovations in philanthropy, partnerships with nonprofits, and building community in October.

    Read more

  • Thank you, Head Of The Charles and rowers!

    We’re incredibly grateful to Head Of The Charles Regatta for their ongoing support. As one of their official charities, dollars raised through the HOCR Charity Program go to our Community Fund and back into the community.

    Read more

  • Music with a mission.

    Cambridge Jazz Festival - in rain or shine - brought people from across the community together for music and much more.

    Read more
Visit our blog