The Boston Foundation is:

A partner in philanthropy
A major funder of nonprofit organizations
A civic leader and convener

Established in 1915, the Boston Foundation is Greater Boston’s community foundation.

Innovation: The Foundation’s grantmaking, special initiatives and civic leadership promote innovation across a broad range of compelling community issues, from educational excellence to affordable housing to workforce development and the arts.  For more than 90 years, the Foundation has invested in innovative ideas and institutions that have transformed our civic landscape.

Information:  Through its Understanding Boston series, the Boston Foundation commissions fresh research—adding to a growing body of knowledge about the most important issues facing Greater Boston.  The Foundation also sponsors the Boston Indicators Project, which provides a comprehensive, constantly-updated body information about every aspect of life in Greater Boston through an award-winning state-of-the-art website. 
 
Impact: In its unique role as a grantmaker, developer of special initiatives and civic leader, the Foundation focuses on tangible, measurable results, while leveraging millions of dollars in investments from other foundations, donors, and government.

Involvement:  The Foundation works closely with donors to achieve their philanthropic goals and engage them in the life of the city, while bringing together people from all sectors who are committed to positive change in Greater Boston and working side-by-side with them to shape a positive future.