New England Foundation for the Arts
Boston, Massachusetts · EIN 042593591 · Private foundation
New England Foundation for the Arts is a Massachusetts-based grantmaker. Its indexed IRS summary (FY2025) lists $7.4M in giving and $40.3M in assets. Bespoke Grants has indexed 1,030 grants for New England Foundation for the Arts. This public overview includes selected examples, focus areas, and application guidance.
What New England Foundation for the Arts funds
New England Foundation for the Arts's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, civil rights & social justice, higher education, youth development.
Populations it has supported include black communities, youth pop.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fractured Atlas Inc GENERAL OPERATING, CREATION AND/OR PRESENTING SUPPORT | New York, NY | $210K | 2017 |
| Dancers' Group Inc GENERAL OPERATING, CREATION AND/OR PRESENTING SUPPORT | San Francisco, CA | $144K | 2020 |
| National Performance Network GENERAL OPERATING, CREATION AND/OR PRESENTING SUPPORT | New Orleans, LA | $129K | 2022 |
How to apply for funding from New England Foundation for the Arts
New England Foundation for the Arts's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request. You can review the foundation directly at nefa.org.
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Frequently asked questions about New England Foundation for the Arts
- Does New England Foundation for the Arts accept grant applications?
- New England Foundation for the Arts's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does New England Foundation for the Arts fund?
- New England Foundation for the Arts's grants focus on arts & culture. Example recipients include Fractured Atlas Inc, Dancers' Group Inc, National Performance Network. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does New England Foundation for the Arts give in grants?
- New England Foundation for the Arts's indexed IRS summary for FY2025 lists $7.4M in giving. Across all years in our data it has awarded $20.7M over 1,030 grants.
- Where is New England Foundation for the Arts located?
- New England Foundation for the Arts is based in Boston, Massachusetts. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 042593591.
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