Essex County Community Foundation’s funds under management are the backbone of what we do. To date our funds have distributed over $13 million to nonprofits predominantly in Essex County. Most of these funds have been set up with a specific plan of giving in mind while others are open to receiving grant proposals. To learn about our competitive granting programs, please see Grant Guidelines.
The 82491 Fund - To further the charitable interests of the donors.
ACAC Fund - To support organizations of interest to the donor's children.
Alacoque-Weber Trust Fund for Catholic Education - To support the Sacred Heart School Religious Education Program in Lynn, Massachusetts.
The ALMA Fund - To help the revitalization of the Arlington District of Lawrence through support of various relevant charitable and educational organizations.
Barbara H. Almy Fund - To support organizations of interest to the donor’s children.
Andover Coalition for Education Fund - To support enhancement of education in Andover public schools.
The Andover Group Fund - To support the interest of the donor.
Andover High School Community Health Fund - To support Andover public school students and their families who are dealing with a serious pediatric illness or disabling health condition.
Tia D. Andrew Fund - To support the philanthropic interests of the family.
ASD Fund - To support education, environment, land conservation, and cancer research.
Astle-Tory Broadhow Fund - To assist small grassroots nonprofits with the support and training services they need to address specific needs.
Ayer Mill Clock Tower Fund - To cover the costs associated with operating and maintaining the Ayer Mill Clock Tower in Lawrence.
Grace K. Babson Trust Fund - To support the VNA Care Network’s Gloucester office at 8 Angle Street.
Bowditch Fund - To support the Bowditch Institute Project, a civic, cultural and educational collaborative dedicated to fostering a lasting legacy of Nathanial Bowditch.
The Boxford Town Library Fund - To support the capital needs of the construction maintenance and up keep of the Boxford Town Library buildings, property and services.
Build A Bridge Scholarship Fund - To fund college scholarships for ex-offenders from the Essex County Correctional Facilities.
CCS Fund - To support charitable organizations of interest to the donors.
Charity Girls NEMA - To support charitable organizations of interest to the donors.
Cloven Rock Fund - To support the charitable interests of the donor.
Franz & Anne Colloredo-Mansfeld Fund - To support educational and environmental organizations of interest to the donors.
Peggy Corbett Memorial Fund - To support Merrimack Valley math and science teachers in grades 6-12 who use innovative ways to engage their students in scientific endeavors.
Amanda P. Craig Fund - To provide an annual grant to Camp Huckins to fund 4 camper-ships for girls who would otherwise be unable to attend.
Custom House Maritime Museum Endowment Fund- To support the operations of the Custom House Maritime Museum in Newburyport.
Davis Trust Fund - To support the VNA Care Network.
David & Mary R. Dearborn Fund - To support organizations of interest to the donors.
Mary R. Dearborn Fund - To support educational, environmental and youth organizations of interest to the fund’s advisor.
Discretionary Fund - To respond to new and important community needs as they arise under the discretion of ECCF’s Board of Trustees.
Ditchfield Scholarship Fund - To provide college scholarships to students graduating from Lynn English High School.
Joseph R. and Margaret M. Doherty Memorial Fund- To Learn about regional philanthropy while continuing to support current charitable relationships.
William P. & Elizabeth S. Dolliver Trust Fund - To assist poor and deserving residents of Gloucester.
ESMV Board Designated Fund - To support general operation of Elder Services of the Merrimack Valley.
Emergency Fund - To assist nonprofits with a short-term urgent funding need created by an unforeseen event(s) that has or will significantly interrupt essential services.
The Enrichment Fund for the Manchester Essex Regional School District - To support and advance the quality of education of every child in the Manchester Essex school district now and in the future.
Michael Erekson Memorial Scholarship - To provide scholarships for students from Danvers, including graduating seniors and returning adult students, with a preference for those studying technical trades and media arts.
Essex County Forum Fund "Smart Growth for Livable Communities" - To support the promotion of smart growth planning for Essex County.
Essex County Hunger Relief Project- To help Essex County food pantries and soup kitchens meet the rising demand for services.
Essex Fund- To support the expansion of philanthropy in Essex County.
Anita Pacione Evetts Shine On Scholarship Fund- To support scholarships for graduating Hamilton-Wenham Regional High School seniors for college or other learning experiences.
F1rst Jobs Fund - To provide summer employment for North Shore teens ages 14 to 19. Read a 2009 article about the F1rst Jobs program.
Arthur L. Flynn Education Trust Fund - To provide college scholarships to graduating Salem public school students.
Friends of Andover Tennis Fund - For the renovation of Andover High School's tennis courts and continued maintenance of courts and support of the AHS tennis team.
Friends of Anne Bradstreet - to support activities which further the appreciation and understanding of the words and work of Anne Dudley Bradstreet (1612 - 1672).
G.P. Gardner Fund - To support charitable organizations of interest to the fund’s advisors.
Gates-Robertson Fund - To support charitable organizations of interest to the donors.
Henry Giannantonio Trust Fund - To support the Holy Rosary Church of Lawrence.
Gloucester Maritime Heritage Center Fund - An agency endowment to support the future of the Gloucester Maritime Heritage Center.
Greater Lawrence Summer Fund - To support summer youth programs in the Greater Lawrence communities of Lawrence, Methuen, Andover and North Andover.
Grimaldi Fund - To support education, youth and community programs.
Chet and William Griswold Suicide Prevention Fund - to support programs and research related to suicide prevention.
Hardscrabble Education Fund - To support and promote academic achievement in English, math and science in the public school systems of Beverly, Lynn, Marblehead, Salem and Swampscott.
Help in the Nick of Time Fund - To assist local charities with short term financial and volunteer assistance in order to help families with specific needs.
The JT ECCF Fund - To support programs of interest to the donors.
Stephanie Hobson Memorial Fund - To support organizations in Stephanie's memory.
Margaret Voss Howard Teacher Recognition Award Fund- To recognize the work of teachers from Marblehead and Salem Public School Districts.
JCH Fund - To continue philanthropic giving into the next generation of a family of donors.
Corinne (Morris) Johnson Scholarship Fund - To provide college scholarships for graduating Massachusetts high school seniors who have lost a parent.
Patricia Foley Karl (PFK) Scholarship Fund - To provide scholarships for students graduating from the eighth grade of the Lawrence Family Development Charter School, to help them attend a private or parochial secondary schools' college preparatory program.
Trudy Larson Endowment Fund - An agency endowment to support the operation of the North Shore Youth Symphony Orchestra.
Michael J. Latta EMS Scholarship Fund - To provide monetary support for those wishing to become an EMT or paramedic.
Lawrence Development Fund - To aid the growth and development of downtown Lawrence through art appreciation, beautification and community assistance.
Lawrence High School Alumni Association- To provide scholarships for students in Lawrence High School for educational purposes.
Nicole Lemieux Knight Scholarship Fund- To provide college scholarships to graduating seniors of Newburyport High School.
Albert Lunt Trust for Charity Fund - To support three nonprofit organizations designated by the donor.
Raymond Banigan Malm Foundation Fund – To support charities of interest to the donor.
Isabella Rose Marino Endowment Fund - To support organizations in Isabella's memory.
Mayor’s Emergency Fund for Lawrence- To support emergency needs of individual Lawrence residents or families harmed by an emergency event. Read a 2009 article in the Eagle Tribune announcing the Mayor's Emergency Fund.
McKenna Family Fund - To support organizations of interest to the donor's children.
George McQuinn Memorial Foundation - To provide college scholarships to graduating seniors of Burlington high School.
Merck-Evarts Fund - To support organizations of interest to the donors.
Merrimack Valley General Fund- To support nonprofit organizations providing arts and culture, education, social and community services and youth services in eastern Merrimack Valley communities.
National Lancers' Guard Anniversary Fund - To raise awareness of key events in the history of the Massachusetts and US National Guard.
Eamon O'Holleran Fund - To support hospitals and nonprofit organizations that help families who experience expected and unexpected loss of a newborn and families who care for children born with expected and unexpected health challenges.
John W. Peirce Fund - To support the Essex County Greenbelt Association and the Ipswich River Watershed Association.
Dr. Thomas N. Pesola Memorial Scholarship Fund - Awards scholarship money to Massachusetts residents who are: seeking further education, attending diabetes related education workshops or camps and/or are completing diabetes research fellowships.
Play It Forward Giving Circle - To raise and distribute funds to organizations that provide opportunities and promote solutions for teachers and young children in Essex County.
Christine C Price Breast Cancer Fund - To support organizations in Christine's memory.
Rawlins Family Fund - To support organizations in the interest of the advisors.
Susan Kain Reeder Memorial Fund - To support organizations in honor of Susan Kain Reeder.
Rolling Ridge Retreat and Conference Center Fund - An Endowment Fund to support the operation of the center.
Sherry and Will Rogers Family Fund - To continue support of the donors' current charitable interests as well as to support various charities and needs in and around Essex County.
Rosman Family Fund - To provide grants to organizations in Greater Lawrence with particular focus on arts and culture, innovative library services and public health.
S.E.A. Fund - To support organizations of interest to the donor's children.
Reid R. Sacco Memorial Cancer Research Fund - To promote medical research, to honor the life of Reid R. Sacco.
Reid R. Sacco Memorial Scholarship Fund - To provide college scholarships to high school seniors in Essex County who demonstrate academic excellence, the pursuit of good health and physical fitness, excellent peer leadership, and outstanding character.
Sam and Molly Fund - To support charitable or educational organizations of interest to the donor.
The Scholars’ Fund - To support graduates of the Lawrence Family Development Charter School to attend tuition based high schoolfor up to four years.
Season of Advent Fund – To support organizations of interest to the donor.
Peter B. Seamans Fund - To support a variety of nonprofit maritime organizations.
Sendzimir Family Fund- To support the charitable interests of the donor.
Clark Smith Fund - To support organizations of interest to the donor.
Peter N. Stavru and Angelo Stavru Scholarship Fund - To provide college scholarships to Lynn Classical High School graduating seniors of merit.
Quentin Steele Trust Fund - To support seven nonprofit organizations designated by the donor.
Edna Stocker Trust Fund - To provide higher education scholarships for underprivileged and deserving residents of Swampscott.
Sumberg Family Fund- To support charities of interest to the donors.
Support Our Schools Fund - To support programs at the Hamilton-Wenham Regional School District.
Three Cool Cats - To raise funds through photography and distribute back to families in need in Merrimack Valley.
Helen & David Tory Fund - To support nonprofits in Essex County of interest to donors.
Kenneth Waldie Memorial Fund - To provide college scholarships for graduating seniors of Methuen High School who demonstrate the true meaning of athletic teamwork.
Wasserman Fund - To support organizations of interest to the donor.
Webster Family Fund - To support 11 designated agencies, the Greater Lawrence Summer Fund and capital projects in Greater Lawrence.
Hal Wennik Fellowship Scholarship Fund - To provide college scholarships to graduating seniors of Andover High School who have contributed to their school and community through participation in competitive athletics.
Karen A. Wenzel Foundation for MDS and Cancer Awareness - To support the MDS Foundation.
White Fund - To provide support to agencies recommended by the donor.
The Women's Fund of Essex County- To provide opportunities to and promote solutions for women and girls in Essex County.
Wrigley Fund - To support the community.
Danielle Yagjian Fund - To support programs of interest to the donors.
Youth and Philanthropy Fund - To help young people discover the importance of charitable giving in addressing community needs, realize their own philanthropic interests and values, and identify concrete ways of being philanthropic.
Youth and Philanthropy Endowment Fund - A permanent fund to help young people discover the importance of charitable giving in addressing community needs, realize their own philanthropic interests and values, and identify concrete ways of being philanthropic.
Youth at Risk Fund - To support the YAR Initiative, a collaborative network of Essex County agencies serving at-risk youth and their families which enable services for children to be delivered in a collaborative and comprehensive manner thereby creating continuity of care and maximizing resources.
