Foundations that fund organizations in Cheshire, Massachusetts
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Cheshire nonprofits
4 private foundations gave $144K to Cheshire organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 4 that say either way accept applications.
5 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Cheshire around $5,000. 4 of these funders are based in Massachusetts; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 4
- Accept applications
- 1
- of 4 that state a policy
- Dollars to Cheshire
- $144K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 5
- Typical median grant
- $5,000
- Based in MA
- 100%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Cheshire organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| One8 Foundation | Boston, MA | 1 | $137K | $137K | Preselected only | Education |
| South Mountain Association | Pittsfield, MA | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Yes | Furthering education |
| Cheshire Lions Foundation Inc | Adams, MA | 2 | $2,000 | $1,000 | Preselected only | Charitable |
| One Hive Foundation | Boston, MA | 1 | $500 | $500 | Preselected only | Proposal application stipend |
Source: IRS Form 990-PF Part XV, latest electronic return per foundation (2026-10-28). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own checkbox on Part XV line 2. Grants to individuals excluded.
Common questions
Which foundations give to nonprofits in Cheshire, Massachusetts?
One8 Foundation, South Mountain Association, Cheshire Lions Foundation Inc, One Hive Foundation reported grants to Cheshire organizations on their latest Form 990-PF.
How do I approach a foundation that doesn't accept applications?
A foundation that checks "contributes only to preselected organizations" on its 990-PF won't review a cold proposal. Look at who it funds, find a shared board member, grantee or advisor, and ask for an introduction. Foundations that accept applications usually list a contact and deadlines in Part XV; we show that text on each foundation's page.
Is this list complete?
No. It covers private foundations (Form 990-PF filers) whose latest electronic return lists at least one grant to an organization in Cheshire. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.