Bob Moses Fund for Education and Organizing awards $180,000 in grants to movement builders.
The new fund has supported four grassroots movement builders who embody the late civil rights leader's values and spirit.
Philanthropy is for everyone, especially our youth.
For a third year, Cambridge youth leaders raised funds for our community.
$315K in State-funded grants to Somerville, Medford, and Cambridge nonprofits meeting basic needs.
These grants to 22 nonprofits bring our urgent support to neighbors to over $5 million since March 2020.
Black history, Black futures.
We're thinking about the importance of supporting the people and spaces that are dreaming and imagining ways our Black community can thrive.
Celebrating RISE
We recently celebrated the conclusion of the Cambridge RISE pilot, our cross-sector partnership that supported 130 households in Cambridge.
$60K in surprise, needs-inspired grants go to community organizations meeting urgent needs.
CCF surprised 15 nonprofits with grants to provide direct services to families.
Introducing Arrow Street Arts
CCF partners with Arrow Street Arts, a new Cambridge nonprofit, to expand access to local performance and studio space.
Looking back, looking forward.
Memorable moments from our work with the community in 2022.
CCF & donors award $513K to 68 nonprofits serving Cambridge.
Our Community Fund grants aim to rebuild the nonprofit sector’s capacity, promote equity, and invest in creative solutions that support those who live in and rely on Cambridge.
Why I Give to Cambridge.
Gail Roberts shares why giving back through her CCF DAF is a no-brainer.
From The Boston Globe: “Cambridge to begin guaranteed income program for single-parent households”
The Boston Globe's coverage on Cambridge's new guaranteed basic income initiative, for which the Foundation is a founding partner.
Cambridge is first city in New England to launch mayor-championed guaranteed income pilot initiative for single caretaker households
April 15, 2021 | Cambridge, MA—Cambridge Mayor Sumbul Siddiqui
Cambridge youth raised $24,510 for community COVID-19 relief
A group of Cambridge high school student leaders wanted to help out their community during the pandemic, so they organized, set a goal, led outreach, and, in just a month's time, raised funds for neighbors in need—to the tune of $24,500 total to 12 community organizations.
Powerful insights to help move from conversation to community action
On the occasion of the launch of our new research report, local speakers shared insights that can inform follow-on conversations and help move us to collective action.
From The Boston Globe: “Report shows stark inequalities in Cambridge economic growth”
The Boston Globe's article about our new research report.
New research report shows a widening income gap in Cambridge
A new research report by the Foundation confirms Cambridge is a leader among the nation’s innovation cities, and through a decade of data, tells the story of how the city’s unprecedented prosperity has benefitted some residents, while others, primarily Black and low-income residents, are being left behind.
The Cambridge Community Foundation awards $533,000 in grants to local nonprofits this spring
In response to sustained demands on nonprofits in Cambridge, the Cambridge Community Foundation (CCF) increased allocated funds for its spring grantmaking by 50%, supporting nonprofits involved in youth programs and education, housing, hunger, homelessness, elder services, the arts, COVID-19 relief, and racial justice.
Equity and innovation in Cambridge
We're soon launching a report entitled Equity and Innovation Cities: The Case of Cambridge. All community members are invited to join us in a conversation on its findings, April 7, 8:30am.
A letter from our president: Let’s raise our voices for tolerance and respect.
Dear neighbors, Last week, the voices of eight citizens,
Emerging stronger and more united: ‘We Are Cambridge’ 2021
Thanks to the nearly 500 community members who joined 'We Are Cambridge: Emerge 2021". Watch the video if you missed it!
Cambridge for Ukraine.
Thank you to all who've contributed to the Cambridge for Ukraine Fund -- and there's still time to help reach our goal!
Celebrating Women of Cambridge.
Join us in reaching out and thanking Cambridge leaders this Women's History Month.
Support for Ukraine.
As Ukrainians face dire consequences of this international conflict, we share a list of options for donors who wish to send philanthropic support to those in crisis.
Celebrating Black Histories and Futures.
A message from our president Geeta Pradhan on Cambridge's rich history of Black leadership.
Youth raise $16K for unhoused neighbors.
The BSU and CYC successfully raised the funds with support from 100+ community donors and a $5K match from CCF.
5 ideas for donating your time in Cambridge.
Connect with community nonprofits to find meaningful volunteer opportunities in your neighborhood.
Giving Tuesday
November 27, 2017 Dear Cambridge Friends, What do you
Unite For Puerto Rico
September 29, 2017 Dear friends, I write to
DACA: Our history, our values, our future
Across the world, the image of America is one
What Does Cambridge Mean To You?
What Does Cambridge Mean to You? September 15 was
