McCarthy Family Foundation Charity Fund Grant

McCarthy Family Foundation Charity Fund Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Mccarthy Family Foundation
Last Updated: February 14, 2026

Summary

The McCarthy Family Foundation Charity Fund, established in 1956, focuses on supporting nonprofits in Massachusetts, particularly those addressing education, food, health, and housing needs. Grants may cover general operating expenses, program support, or specific capital improvements. The fund prioritizes organizations located north of Boston and may consider emergency grant requests. However, it does not fund endowment campaigns or sponsor fundraising events such as galas.

Overview

Mission: The McCarthy Family Foundation Charity Fund was established in 1956. The trustees have a preference for organizations and programs focusing in the areas of education, food, health and housing & shelter programs. Requests for general operating and program support will be considered, as will requests for specific program-enabling capital improvements. Grants may be subject to matching obligations and payable over multiple years. On very rare occasions, the trustees will consider needs for emergency grants.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Nonprofits serving Massachusetts.

Ineligibility

We do not provide support for endowment campaignsWe will not provide sponsorships of events such as galas or award ceremonies.  We also will not sponsor or fund the costs of fundraising events such as sports tournaments.