The City of Medford Community Fund exists to provide private, non-profit, 501(c)3 organizations with funding for programs or capital projects that will have a real and meaningful impact on the citizens, community, and quality of life in Medford, Massachusetts.
Donor Name: City of Medford
State: Massachusetts
City: Medford
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 10/20/2025
Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
The group was initially created as part of the Surrounding Community Agreement between the City of Medford and Wynn, MA LLC (Encore) and is tasked with determining the best utilization of the annual Community Fund Payments received by the City. The City will distribute $250,000 through the selection process by the committee this year. Any remaining funds will be deposited into a reserve account.
Funding Information
Grants will be awarded in the range of $1,000 to $25,000.
Eligibility Criteria
- If your organization is:
- A private organization with 501(c)3 status
- Based in Medford, Mass., and/or meeting a demonstrable need in Medford, Mass., and
- Seeking funding for a program or capital project that will improve the lives of those who live in Medford, MA.
- To be eligible to receive funds, applicants must be a registered 501(c)(3) and either a Medford-based organization or an organization that services Medford residents. If your organization received funding in the previous grant round and has yet to expend all monies relevant to your project, you are NOT eligible to apply.
- If you are awarded funding, as a requirement, you are expected to produce quarterly reports on your project’s progress. In addition, you are also required to send monthly invoices and/or receipts to the City of Medford for reimbursement. As a reminder, this money should only be used to support Medford residents or for the benefit of a Medford based 501(c)(3).
For more information, visit City of Medford.
