September 2019
This Month's News & Updates
Pick and choose! Workshops, special events, programs, and giving.
How will you connect with the Foundation this Fall?
An Opportunity to Connect with GWCF's New President

You're invited to join us for a special meet and greet opportunity with our new President & CEO, Barbara Fields.

Date & Time: Thurs, Sept. 19, 5 -7 PM
Location: ArtsWorcester

Space is limited and advanced registration is required.
The Journey to Connected, Prepared and Inspired Leadership Starts Now

Leadership Worcester's 5th Cohort has been announced and their learning journey is underway! This year's class is made up of 28 rising leaders from a variety of industries and sectors. Together, they'll spend the next nine months learning about Worcester's opportunities and challenges, while honing skills that will help move our region forward.
Calling All Alumni!
The Leadership Worcester Alumni Network
is launching with an event on October 24!

Date & Time: Thurs, Oct. 24, 5 - 7 PM | Location: Lock 50 | RSVP
Event sponsored by Atlas Distributing

Are you an alum? We want your input!
Leadership Worcester is co-sponsored by Greater Worcester Community Foundation
and Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce.
Important Film Highlights Issues Facing Our Youngest
Free screening of
"No Small Matter"

Through our Early Childhood Initiative, we've made a commitment to improving access to healthy starts for all young children in our region. In partnership with the Together for Kids Coalition , we're proud to co-sponsor this free community event.

Date & Time: Wed, Sept. 18, 5:30-8:00 PM
Location: Worcester Technical High School
No Small Matter (2018) documentary film and national campaign bringing attention to critical issues around the care and education
of children from birth through age 5.
NEW blog post by Sarah Shugrue, GWCF Program Officer
Our new Nonprofit Support Center workshops are all about nonprofit professionals. We're here to help YOU grow as a leader, build a culture of equity, connect more deeply in the civic community, and more. Your work is our inspiration... Read more!
New NSC Workshops Have Been Announced!
2019 Investment Breakfast
A special event for donors

Save the date for an opportunity to build your understanding of the Foundation's investment structure and recent performance.

Date & Time: Thurs, Nov. 7, 8 - 9:30 AM
Location: Worcester Historical Museum

This year's featured speakers include:
Tom Bartholomew , Chair of the
GWCF Investment Committee and
Jeff Croteau , Investment Consultant,
 Prime Buchholz & Assoc.
Invitation to follow!
YCI is Back in Session for a Milestone Year

This year, Youth for Community Improvement celebrates its 20th year bringing local students together to learn about philanthropy and make a difference in their communities.
Nonprofits, stay tuned! YCI will be awarding $25,000 in grants this fall. RFP to come!
The 20th Anniversary Class is made up of 22 students from 12 high schools
in Worcester and surrounding towns.
The search for YCI Alumni is on!
If someone you know has participated in YCI, we want to learn more about how the program
impacted you! Connect with Sarah Shugrue by email or call at 508-755-0980.
Jeppson Memorial Fund Enriches Lives in Brookfield
2019 Grantees Announced

The Jeppson Memorial Fund for Brookfield , provides grants for civic and community projects that help enhance the lives and enrich Brookfield's cultural community. Since the fund was established in 1977, it has granted over $100,000 to area organizations.
2019 Grant Recipients:
A.P.P.L.E. Seed, Inc.
Audio Journal Inc.
Merrick Public Library
Second Chance Animal Shelter
Town of Brookfield
Considering How You Can Make a Difference?
We've got an idea!

Establishing a fund at GWCF is the perfect way to create positive change and build a lasting legacy of generosity.

Whether you're an individual interested in giving, or part of a family, business or organization, our Donor Services team is ready to work with you.

Give us a call at 508-755-0980 to start a conversation today!
Rolling Deadlines:

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GWCF Mini-Grant Program
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