Read about the Boston Foundation's Civic Leadership Role in the May 2011 edition of the Chronicle of Philanthropy
The Boston Foundation is:
A partner in philanthropy
A major funder of nonprofit organizations
A civic leader and convener
Founded in 1915, the Boston Foundation, Greater Boston’s community foundation, is one of the oldest and largest community foundations in the nation. The Foundation and its donors make more than $80 million in grants every year.
Our donors meet their own philanthropic goals, while adding to the Foundation’s overall strength. The Foundation also plays a major civic leadership role for our region through publishing fresh research, convening people to discuss our region’s challenges and creating powerful agendas for change.
A Strategic Focus on People and on Place
The Boston Foundation’s Goals and Objectives
All of the work of the Boston Foundation is guided by two main strategic goals that reflect our deep commitment to strengthening our communities:
Through these goals, we seek to have a profound impact on important areas of community life—including dramatic improvements in education and health attainment; safe and vibrant neighborhoods; robust arts and cultural opportunities; and a regional economy that enables everyone to thrive.