Greater Worcester Community Foundation strives to partner with and support nonprofit organizations in Worcester County beyond a grant check. We believe in the importance of an equipped, capable and forward thinking nonprofit ecosystem and help foster this through learning cohorts, convening opportunities, resource sharing and network building. Below are a few examples of this work in action.

Non-Profit Support Center

Through the Nonprofit Support Center (NSC), the Foundation seeks to stimulate the development of a capable, forward thinking and collaborative nonprofit sector in Worcester County.

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Non-Profit Support Center for Creatives (NSCfc)

One of the first things we learned when we launched the Creative Worcester Initiative is that members of the arts and culture sector face unique challenges when it comes to capacity-building. The NSCfc provides resources and workshop opportunities aimed at addressing the complex needs of our creative community.

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External Resources for Non-Profits

​Stay current and informed on the latest best practices in management, planning, development and marketing by exploring the resources below.

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Non-Profits: Start an Agency Fund

A nonprofit can create an agency fund with the Foundation to support its operations and programs. The nonprofit gains a professionally managed endowment, enabling the nonprofit to focus on serving its constituents. More than 70 charitable organizations in Worcester County have established funds with the Foundation.

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