Chickering Foundation Grant

Chickering Foundation Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Chickering Foundation
Last Updated: January 28, 2026

Summary

The Chickering Foundation Grant supports programs and organizations dedicated to assisting women and children in crisis, inspired by the legacy of Hannah B. Chickering. The foundation prioritizes community-based resources in Eastern Massachusetts, fostering relationships to bridge gaps in government services. By raising awareness and addressing underserved needs, the foundation aims to enhance the quality of life for these vulnerable populations. Financial support is contingent on private funding, ensuring a meaningful impact in the lives of those served.

Overview

Mission The Corporation’s purpose (and hence its Mission) is to honor the work of Hannah B. Chickering, who in the 19th Century dedicated her life to female prisoners and their children. Accordingly, the Corporation shall provide financial support to programs and organizations that address the needs of women and children in crisis, thereby furthering the Corporation’s goal of helping women and children gain health, safety, independence and self-sufficiency. Criteria The Chickering Foundation seeks to promote and support agencies whose work reflects and promotes the mission of Hannah B. Chickering. Furthermore, the Chickering Foundation seeks to provide financial support that will make a meaningful difference to the women and children being served. The programs and special projects we support: Are dependent on private funding reflecting in their size and scope the size of our foundation. Provide community-based resoures for women and children in Eastern Massachusetts. Build relationships with individuals in order to bridge gaps left by government services, enabling women and children to have a higher quality of life. Develop relationships within the community in order to foster a long-term web of support for women and children for, but not limited to, jobs, housing, and life skills. Raise awareness and educate the public concerning the underserved needs of women and children. Agencies that are approved for funding will be assigned a Chickering Foundation Manager and will undergo an annual review. Some one-time grants may be provided.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. The programs and special projects we support:Are dependent on private funding reflecting in their size and scope the size of our foundation. Provide community-based resources for women and children in Eastern Massachusetts.Build relationships with individuals in order to bridge gaps left by government services, enabling women and children to have a higher quality of life.Develop relationships within the community in order to foster a long-term web of support for women and children for, but not limited to, jobs, housing, and life skills.Raise awareness and educate the public concerning the underserved needs of women and children.