October 2019
This Month's News & Updates
Barr Foundation Commits $1M to Support Worcester’s Arts and Culture Organizations

The Barr Foundation , the largest private foundation in Massachusetts, recently awarded GWCF $1 million to continue its support of our Creative Worcester Initiative . This new funding from Barr will allow us to:

  • Take a larger leadership role in the successful implementation of the Cultural Plan.
  • Deliver impactful grantmaking to elevate the creative sector and advance goals of the plan.
  • Cultivate donors committed to arts and culture.
  • Provide technical assistance to Worcester’s nonprofit sector, particularly through NSC workshops.
NEW blog post by Jonathan Cohen, GWCF Program Officer
By now (we hope) you have heard that the City of Worcester has a Cultural Plan. Developed over the course of more than a year, with input from hundreds of people who care deeply about Worcester, the plan is a road map for why and how arts... Read on!
2019 Investment Breakfast
A special event for donors

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 , Principal, Prime Buchholz & Associates
NSC Workshops Open
for Registration
Calling all nonprofit professionals looking to
grow their capacity!

This season's workshops are all about YOU, nonprofit professionals, and how we can help you develop your teams, build culture, grow your leadership, and connect more deeply in the civic community.
Looking to get more involved in your community?
Join us for our next workshop:
Civic Engagement & Your Career Path
Thursday, October 19 | 9:00-10:00 AM

Our panel of well-connected speakers will provide insight on how to pursue volunteering opportunities - from local events to board positions - and how it has furthered their careers.

YCI Calls for Grant Proposals
Application deadline Nov. 15!

Youth for Community Improvement , a grant making committee comprised of high school students from across Worcester County, has established funding priorities for their 2019 granting. They include:
  • Basic needs (housing and homelessness)
  • Space beautification and the protection of natural resources
  • Academic enrichment

Applications to the YCI grant program must speak to youth voice to be considered.
YCI (now celebrating it's 20th year!) is a
GWCF program that empowers young people
to use their voices to make positive change in their communities.
A fantastic time was had by all at ArtsWorcester during our Welcome Reception for Barbara as she steps into her new role as President and CEO. We are truly appreciative of the dedication and enthusiasm of our friends and partners in the community.
Rolling Deadlines:

Creative Spark Mini-Grants

GWCF Mini-Grant Program
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