Small Community Grants Trust Program

Small Community Grants Trust Program

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: City of Boston
Amount: US $500 - US $2,000
Last Updated: March 19, 2026

Summary

The Small Community Grants Trust Program, funded by the City of Boston, supports 501c3 organizations that positively impact local communities. Grants are available for various initiatives, such as humanitarian aid, enhancing recreational areas for children, and beautifying public spaces. Eligible organizations must be operational for over a year, while individuals and for-profit businesses are ineligible. The program aims to foster community engagement and provide immediate support to improve the lives of Bostonians.

Overview

The Small Community Grants Trust program funds 501c3 organizations that work with and for the people of Boston, providing immediate and direct impact in a number of program areas. Grants are available to non-profit organizations serving Bostonians in these program areas: Charitable and humane purposes (providing humanitarian aid or services)Special or new recreationRecreational (play or sports) areas for childrenTo adorn and embellish (or beautify and enhance) Boston's streets and public spacesField trips for children, especially to natural areas

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Your organization must be more than a year old in order to qualify for a Small Community Grant.

Ineligibility

Small Community Grants are not available to individuals or for-profit businesses.Organizations that received Small Community Grants in the Fall/Winter 2024 Round are not eligible for the Spring 2025 Round. Small Community Grants cannot be used to purchase gift cards or pay operating expenses.