FITCHBURG, MA — November 29, 2024 — The Community Foundation of North Central Massachusetts is pleased to announce $49,250 in grants to five area nonprofits working to advance racial equity and social justice in our region. Programs were reviewed and recommended by the Community Foundation’s Racial Equity Advisory Committee co-chaired by Leona Whetzel and Sergio Paez. 

The Racial Equity Fund is focused on promoting more just, equitable and compassionate communities in North Central Massachusetts by providing grants to nonprofit organizations working to advance racial equity and social justice.

“These grants reflect our community’s commitment to building a society where equity and opportunity are accessible to everyone,” said Stephen Adams, CFNCM President. “By supporting these initiatives, we’re investing in the power of community-driven solutions and better ensuring meaningful impact for the people of North Central Massachusetts,” Adams said.

The awardees are:

This year’s grants were made possible by the generous support of Ted and Connie Lapres, Lucy Crocker Abisalih, Sue and Bob Lotz and the Trustees of the Community Foundation of North Central Massachusetts.

To support racial equity programs in our community, consider donating to the Racial Equity Fund at www.cfncm.org/donate-now.

About the Community Foundation of North Central Massachusetts

The Community Foundation of North Central Massachusetts is a non-profit foundation that manages charitable funds established by individuals, families, businesses, and other non-profit organizations. Our mission is to grow the amount and impact of philanthropy in our 33-community region and to help philanthropists invest in the communities and causes they care passionately about.

Contact:

Meghan Maceiko
Community Foundation of North Central Massachusetts
Phone: 978-345-8383
Email: mmaceiko@cfncm.org

Website: www.cfncm.org

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