Description

Types of Support: Unrestricted, special programs, occasional capital support.
Geographic Focus: Greater Boston as defined by Route 128. Communities bordering Route 128 will be included.

The Paul and Edith Babson Foundation’s competitive grants program focuses on three program areas:

Entrepreneurship and Economic Development
Programs focused on providing opportunities for youth and community entrepreneurship education, community economic development, job training for youth, and urban youth business and enterprise initiatives.

Culture, Education and Leadership Development
Programs focused on education and leadership development opportunities for young people. Programs may involve team sports, art, dance, music, and theater.

Environment and Community Building
Programs focused on community building through urban community gardens and urban greenspace initiatives.