About Us
The Mission of the Essex County Community Foundation is to connect people, ideas and resources for the common good.
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We see great needs in Essex County as well as great opportunity. We are a region of extremes- home to some of the poorest cities in Massachusetts as well as some of the wealthiest.
Nonprofit organizations serve everyone in every aspect of life. They are truly a gift of democracy and collaboration and we are committed to supporting the work they do. These organizations feed our hungry neighbors and care for the sick and the elderly, they protect our wetlands, support and inspire our children, counsel the abused, and help to enrich our lives through the arts and humanities.
How We Help you help your community
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 The Food Project employs urban youth to grow food and sell produce at area farmers markets.
Wenham Museum’s History Alive Summer Programs bring history to life!
 Children's Friend and Family Services' Youth Mentors take the kids to the game!
 
The House of Seven Gables in Salem offers tours as well as youth summer adventures like this crew sailing off north shore's coast.
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We partner with donors
We provide many services to donors making philanthropy easy and rewarding. We advise you on what type of fund would help you meet your charitable goals, we help you maximize the impact of your giving though solid financial management and professional guidance and we offer a wealth of knowledge about the nonprofits operating in Essex County. Learn more about our donor services.
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We support nonprofit organizations
We award grants, host workshops and conferences and help connect nonprofits with donors interested in their charitable cause. We seek to find solutions and offer services to help nonprofits with board development, operational management and back office services so they can concentrate on the community services they were created for. Learn more about our Grants and Nonprofit services. Also check out our Nonprofit Directory to learn more about the organizations in our county. |
We build collaboration
Through convening different groups and going out and talking with individuals and nonprofits all over the county we are all always learning about the issues and needs of the people in our region. We strive to bring together groups of funders and nonprofits to create special programs or funds to address these needs and help make Essex County a better place for all. See our Programs page.
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