The Charles H. Farnsworth Trust, established in 1930, supports efforts to help older adults live with dignity and independence. The Trust focuses on housing development and support services for older adults, particularly in the Greater Boston area. The Farnsworth Trust gives preference to programs and projects that enhance the quality and quantity of affordable housing and services that allow seniors to continue living in their communities.

Program Interests:
Housing development, particularly with support services.
Services that help older adults remain independent, such as health care, homemaker assistance, and nutritional support.
Research, planning, and communication efforts aimed at improving housing and services for older adults.
Grant Information:
Application Deadline: November 15.
Grant Notification: By the end of March.
Grant Amounts:
Capital grants for housing construction or renovation typically range from $25,000 to $250,000.
General operating and program grants usually range from $10,000 to $25,000.
Planning grants for investigating strategies to develop supportive housing are also available.
The Farnsworth Trust provides funding for both capital projects and general operating support. Applications are encouraged from organizations that serve the elderly and seek to improve housing and support services.