Foundations that fund organizations in West Somerville, Massachusetts
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for West Somerville nonprofits
4 private foundations gave $89K to West Somerville organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 4 that say either way accept applications.
4 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to West Somerville around $20K. 2 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 West Somerville
- $89K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 4
- Typical median grant
- $20K
- Based in MA
- 50%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to West Somerville organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Astra Foundation Inc | Acton, MA | 1 | $60K | $60K | Yes | Support for general operations. |
| The Afognak Fund | Fox Point, WI | 1 | $20K | $20K | Preselected only | General Operating Support |
| Everett Citizens Foundation Inc | Everett, MA | 1 | $6,405 | $6,405 | Preselected only | General support |
| The Audrey P Connor Charitable Foundation | Damariscotta, ME | 1 | $2,500 | $2,500 | Preselected only | Unrestricted |
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 West Somerville, Massachusetts?
The Astra Foundation Inc, The Afognak Fund, Everett Citizens Foundation Inc, The Audrey P Connor Charitable Foundation reported grants to West Somerville 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 West Somerville. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.