The Fred Harris Daniels Foundation aims to address Worcester's crucial societal issues by funding sustainable and inventive solutions. Its focus is on empowering individuals and communities towards self-reliance through supporting programs and institutions.
The Foundation offers grants in three areas: Program and Operating Grants, Capital Grants, and Strategic Grants, with a special emphasis on programs for girls ages 10-14. The grants are designed to provide both general operating support and specific program support. Operating support covers ongoing expenses such as operations, marketing, and leadership development, while program support aims at one-time costs like upgrading equipment or capacity development. After a pause due to COVID-19, the Foundation has resumed its traditional application process, allowing organizations to apply once per year for either support type.
Grant proposals originating from Worcester County will be considered eligible. However, those with an impact area closer to Worcester City will receive more thorough consideration.