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Cambridge Community Foundation Making Good Minigrants

Cambridge Community Foundation Community foundation

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Award
One-time grants of $500.
Next date
Next date not posted
Who can apply
Eligibility unverified
Where
Cambridge

Small one-time grants for new, grassroots ideas led by Cambridge residents that address a community need. Individuals, students, and small groups based in Cambridge are encouraged to apply, and 501(c)(3) status is not required.

Could a playground win this?

Possible fit Medium confidence

Playgrounds are not named, but there are no set limits on how the money is used, so a resident-led idea to improve a Cambridge play space could qualify. The $500 could pay for one piece of a larger project, such as a bench or a shade element, if the project is a new idea and happens within one year.

Currently, there are no specific restrictions on what the grant funds can be used to support.

Making Good Minigrants provide funding for grassroots ideas or projects led by Cambridge residents addressing challenges facing their city.

Based on the funder's words, from cambridgecf.org (opens in a new tab). This is our read, not the funder's.

How to apply

  1. Confirm you are based in Cambridge and your idea is new to the Cambridge Community Foundation.
  2. Complete the online application during the open period.
  3. Explain clearly how you will use the funds and how the project benefits Cambridge residents.
  4. Expect a decision about a month after the deadline.

See this grant on cambridgecf.org (opens in a new tab)

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