The George B. Henderson Foundation’s grants provide support for projects focused on the enhancement of the appearance and preservation of outdoor elements in the city of Boston.
Donor Name: George B. Henderson Foundation
State: Massachusetts
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 09/04/2026
Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000
Grant Duration: Less than 1 Year
Details:
The Foundation encourages applications for projects in all neighborhoods of Boston that concern parks, city streets, buildings, monuments, and architectural and sculptural works.
Through past grants, the Foundation has supported capital projects such as the restoration of historic buildings; creation of new public sculpture and gardens; restoration of historic monuments; and other projects that enhance quality of life and sense of place, while demonstrating design excellence. Grants are made only for projects within Boston city limits and to projects that are accessible and visible to the public. Grants are not made to individuals. Grants are made for restoration and preservation activities, but not for routine care or maintenance (as defined by National Park Service technical standards.)
Types of Grants
- Grants are made for capital improvements that would not ordinarily be undertaken by public or private bodies. Targeted grants may be made to identifiable elements within a project in circumstances where that element could be a Henderson Foundation project.
- Grants are typically reimbursement funding and are payable upon completion of work for which the grant is made. Those applying for mini-grants can indicate whether they wish to receive up-front funding.
- Grants that have been made but not expended within three years after the grant award date are cancelled.
- Grants are made for preservation and restoration as defined in the National Park Service Technical Preservation Service Standard, but not for routine care or maintenance of distinctive and significant buildings, objects, or features.
Funding Information
The Foundation welcomes applications from nonprofits of all sizes and grant sizes range from small (under $5,000) to a maximum of $50,000.
Grant Period
Grant Program must be completed and able to seek reimbursement no later than December 31, 2027.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must be an exempt organization under IRC section 501(c)(3), or submit using a qualified fiscal sponsor that qualifies under IRC section 501(c)(3). Projects must be within the city of Boston.
- Exclusions
- Grants are not made for general fund drives, endowments, operating or staffing costs, planning or design studies, or construction of playgrounds or tot lots.
For more information, visit George B. Henderson Foundation.
