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The Fletcher Foundation

Worcester, Massachusetts  ·  EIN 046470890  ·  Private foundation

The Fletcher Foundation is a Massachusetts-based grantmaker. In its latest 990-PF filing it reported $2.2M in annual giving against $35.0M in assets. This page documents the 387 grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for The Fletcher Foundation — who they fund, what they prioritize, and what to know before reaching out.

$2.2M
Annual giving (FY2020)
$35.0M
Total assets
387
Grants tracked
2024
Most recent grant

What The Fletcher Foundation funds

The Fletcher Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, community improvement, education, environment & conservation, faith-based (christian), and related causes.

Arts & CultureCommunity ImprovementEducationEnvironment & ConservationFaith-Based (Christian)Food & AgricultureHealth CareHigher EducationLibraries & LiteracyPublic Health

Populations it has supported include families, youth pop.

familiesyouth pop

Grant history

The largest grants Bespoke Grants has on record for The Fletcher Foundation, by amount:

RecipientLocationGrantYear
Ecotarium
GRANTS
Worcester, MA$500K2024
Regional Environmental Council Inc
GRANTS
Worcester, MA$410K2024
Worcester Art Museum
TO SUPPORT THE CREATION OF A RESTRIC
Worcester, MA$300K2019
Worcester Art Museum
TOWARDS THE RENEWED SUPPORT FOR A RE
Worcester, MA$300K2022
Worcester Public Library Foundation
RENOVATION PROJECT- MAIN BRANCH
Worcester, MA$300K2019
Quinsigamond Community College
GRANTS
Worcester, MA$253K2024
Creative Hub Worcester
GRANTS
Worcester, MA$250K2024
Greater Worcester Community Foundat
COVID-19 ASSISTANCE
Worcester, MA$250K2020
Preservation Worcester Inc
PURCHASE OF THE SALISBURY HOUSE
Worcester, MA$200K2022
Hanover Theatre and Conservatory Fo
SUPPORT THE THT REP CAMPAIGN
Worcester, MA$200K2022
Guild of St Agnes
TOWARDS THE TOTAL EXPENSES OF THE RE
Worcester, MA$200K2022
You Inc
CAPITAL CAMPAIGN
Worcester, MA$200K2018
Worcester Polytechnic Institute-wpi
SUPPORT NEWEST ACADEMIC BUILDING
Worcester, MA$150K2022
Worcester Art Museum
TO SUPPORT THE CREATION OF A RESTRIC
Worcester, MA$150K2020
Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts
GRANTS
Worcester, MA$150K2024

The Fletcher Foundation giving by year

Total grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for each filing year:

2018$1.6M
2019$1.9M
2020$1.8M
2022$2.8M
2024$3.3M

How to apply for funding from The Fletcher Foundation

From The Fletcher Foundation's IRS Form 990-PF, on how it handles applications:

“GRANT MEETINGS ARE HELD IN APRIL, SEPTEMBER, AND DECEMBER. GRANT REQUESTS SHOULD BE RECEIVED NO LATE”

Verify the current process on the foundation's own materials before sending anything.

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Frequently asked questions about The Fletcher Foundation

Does The Fletcher Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes — The Fletcher Foundation's IRS filing describes an application process. Confirm the current details directly with the foundation before applying.
What does The Fletcher Foundation fund?
The Fletcher Foundation's grants focus on arts & culture. Recent recipients include Ecotarium, Regional Environmental Council Inc, Worcester Art Museum. Its full grant history is listed above.
How much does The Fletcher Foundation give in grants?
The Fletcher Foundation reported $2.2M in grants in its most recent IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $11.4M over 387 grants.
Where is The Fletcher Foundation located?
The Fletcher Foundation is based in Worcester, Massachusetts. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 046470890.
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About this profile. This page is built from The Fletcher Foundation's public IRS Form 990-PF and 990 filings, indexed by Bespoke Grants alongside 13M+ grants from 225,000+ U.S. foundations. Grant figures reflect filings available to date; IRS data publishes on a 1–2 year lag. Bespoke Grants is not affiliated with The Fletcher Foundation. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.