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The Sudbury Foundation — Community Grants & Scholarships
Funding for community initiatives and scholarships
Latest source updateLast Update: July 9, 2026Latest change: The Community Grants page now shows expanded 2026 award listings with several revised grant amounts and recipient details.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 9, 2026
Latest change: The Community Grants page now shows expanded 2026 award listings with several revised grant amounts and recipient details.
Community Grants updated
The Community Grants page now shows an expanded 2026 award list, including Metrowest Nonprofit Network at $5,000.00 and additional Hunger Relief grants such as A Place To Turn at $15,000, Acton Community Supper and Food Pantry (DBA Acton Food Pantry) at $10,000, Greater Framingham Community Church at $10,000, Hope Worldwide Massachusetts at $5,000, and Hudson Community Food Pantry at $10,000. Several 2025 and 2026 award entries were also revised, with changed grant amounts, recipient names, locations, and link targets affecting the visible funding totals and target organizations; the Sudbury Program page also now shows 2026 past-grants examples for Sudbury Valley Trustees at $20,000 and Town Of Sudbury (Sudbury Senior Center) at $9,000, while the application email, phone, and Apply Here link remain visible.
Funding available
$ 7,500
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
The program supports community-based projects in Sudbury and surrounding communities, with grants of up to $7,500 per year for the Atkinson Scholarship and no specified maximum for the Sudbury Program. It funds initiatives that strengthen community life, youth development, equity, local food access, and support for underserved populations.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 7,500 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Youth development and leadership opportunities
- Community building and town betterment projects
- Historic and environmental preservation
- Support for underserved populations
Documents Needed
- Online application form
- Project proposal or concept paper
- Letter of support from the school, when applicable
- Financial statement for grant reporting
- Programmatic report for grant reporting
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Sudbury-based nonprofit organizations
- The Town of Sudbury and its boards, commissions, and departments
- Sudbury Public Schools
- Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School
- Public and nonprofit organizations outside Sudbury with projects benefiting Sudbury residents
Who is not eligible
- Individuals
- Organizations seeking loans
- Projects focused on religious activities
Eligible expenses
- General operating support for nonprofit organizations
- Project-related program costs
- Capital or renovation costs tied to approved community projects
- Equipment and materials for project delivery
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Loans or grants to individuals
- Ongoing operating support
- Deficit coverage
- General appeals, benefit tickets, and sponsorships
- Activities considered the responsibility of government or religious activities
Eligible geographic areas
- Sudbury, Massachusetts
- Acton
- Concord
- Framingham
- Hudson
- Lincoln
- Marlborough
- Maynard
- Natick
- Stow
- Wayland
Selection criteria
- Alignment with the Foundation’s funding priorities
- Collaboration with similar organizations
- Ability to secure additional project financing
- Multi-year and partnership potential
How to apply
- Step 1: Review program fit
- Check the funding categories and eligibility requirements.
- For outside organizations, speak with staff before applying.
- Step 2: Prepare the proposal
- Gather the project information and supporting materials.
- For school collaborations, obtain a letter of support from the school.
- Step 3: Submit online
- Use the online portal to complete and submit the application.
- New users must create an account before logging in.
- Step 4: Follow up if needed
- Provide any additional information requested by the Foundation.
Processing and Agreement
- Applicants are encouraged to discuss their needs with staff before submitting a full proposal.
- Applications are reviewed on the program’s March and September cycles.
- Proposals may lead to further discussion or a follow-up interview process.
- Grant reports are required after the project is completed or within one year of the award, whichever comes first.
Additional information
- Community Grants are awarded by invitation only.
- Organizations outside Sudbury should speak with staff before applying.
- Multi-year grant requests are accepted.
- Applicants working with a school must include a letter of support from the school.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the The Sudbury Foundation — Community Grants & Scholarships Program
What is the The Sudbury Foundation — Community Grants & Scholarships?
The program supports community-based projects in Sudbury and surrounding communities, with grants of up to $7,500 per year for the Atkinson Scholarship and no specified maximum for the Sudbury Program. It funds initiatives that strengthen community life, youth development, equity, local food access, and support for underserved populations.
How much funding can be received?
The Sudbury Foundation — Community Grants & Scholarships Funds up to $7,500 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the The Sudbury Foundation — Community Grants & Scholarships program?
To be eligible for the The Sudbury Foundation — Community Grants & Scholarships program, you must:
Nonprofits or public entities serving Sudbury.
Project benefits Sudbury residents.
School support letter required when partnering with a school.
What expenses are eligible under The Sudbury Foundation — Community Grants & Scholarships?
Youth development and leadership opportunities
Community building and town betterment projects
Historic and environmental preservation
Support for underserved populations
Who can I contact for more information about the The Sudbury Foundation — Community Grants & Scholarships?
You can contact The Sudbury Foundation by email at brunner@sudburyfoundation.org or by phone at 978-443-0849.
Where is the The Sudbury Foundation — Community Grants & Scholarships available?
The The Sudbury Foundation — Community Grants & Scholarships program is available across Canada.
Is the The Sudbury Foundation — Community Grants & Scholarships a grant, loan, or tax credit?
The Sudbury Foundation — Community Grants & Scholarships is a Grant and Funding