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- MWF Communications
- Jan 7
The Metrowest Women’s Fund (MWF) announces $204,000 in grants awarded in 2025 to 22 nonprofits serving low-income women and girls in Metrowest. The MWF invests in women and girls through community building, education, and grant making.
Since its inception in 2019, the MWF has awarded $794,000 in grants to nonprofits providing critical services for women and girls in Metrowest Massachusetts. Grants are awarded in three impact areas: Educational Opportunity, Girls: the Next Generation, and Safety from Violence.
“The Metrowest Women’s Fund is honored to announce our 2025 grantees,” said co-founder Rachel Sagan. “These local organizations provide critical programming for women and girls in Metrowest at a time when the need is great.”
Rebecca Parkhill, co-founder, added, "Requests for our support have surged to over $600,000 — nearly double from just a year ago. We are stepping up during these uncertain times for the women and girls we serve.”
These grants include two Metrowest Women’s Fund initiatives: the Single Mother Student Emergency Fund and the Spruce Fund.
The Single Mother Student Emergency Fund supports single mothers whose education is at risk because of a serious financial burden. Unexpected costs can derail their college education including childcare, housing, transportation, medical bills, and more. These funds provide financial aid for non-tuition-related emergencies.
The Spruce Fund provides resources for programs addressing girls and their safety from violence. Gender based violence is of significant concern and, according to the CDC, one in five girls experience sexual violence.
2025 Metrowest Women’s Fund Grantees:
Nonprofits serving women and girls from low incomes in Metrowest are encouraged to apply for the 2026 MWF grant cycle. The application opens February 11, 2026 and closes April 8, 2026. Details can be found at www.metrowestwomensfund.com/grants.
