The Charles F. Bacon Trust, established in 1928, supports quality education, human services, and health care initiatives for underserved populations in Massachusetts. The Trust prioritizes organizations that address the needs of elderly women. It provides funding for both general operating support and program-specific support, with allowances for small program-related capital expenses. Most grants are awarded for a single year, although multi-year funding may occasionally be granted.

Applications for the Charles F. Bacon Trust are due annually by February 1, and applicants are notified of decisions before June 30. There are no stated restrictions on who may apply, making the opportunity broadly accessible to eligible organizations within the area served.

Organizations may request funding for operational or program-related needs that align with the Trust’s mission of improving education, health care, and human services. Applications should demonstrate the potential impact on underserved populations, especially elderly women, as this is a priority consideration.

The grant does not specify funding amounts, durations, or limits on the number of applications per organization. However, applicants should note the Trust’s emphasis on single-year grants and the possibility of limited multi-year awards.

Prospective applicants are encouraged to prepare proposals that clearly outline their objectives, address the priority focus areas, and ensure alignment with the mission of the Trust. This funding opportunity is ideal for organizations seeking flexible support to advance programs benefiting Massachusetts communities, particularly those aimed at elderly women and other underserved groups.