Metro Credit Union Foundation
Invested In Our Communities
Giving back has always been a part of Metro Credit Union. That's why we've launched the Metro Credit Union Foundation. Established in 2023, the mission of the Metro Credit Union Foundation is to invest in organizations, initiatives, and programs that contribute to the economic and social well-being of local communities and their residents.
Our grant cycle is currently closed.
Thank you to those who applied! Please check back to find out when we'll begin accepting applications again.
Congratulations to Our Recent Grant Recipients!
- FitMoney, Inc., Newton — Free Financial Literacy for Massachusetts Students K-12
- Horizons for Homeless Children, Inc., Roxbury — Empowering Families Through Financial Literacy Program
- Lawrence Partnership, Inc., Lawrence — Reviving the Small Business Technical Assistance Grant Program
- North Shore Community Development Coalition, Inc., Salem — Family Support Services addressing homelessness in Essex County
- Urban Edge, Roxbury — Wealth & Asset Building for Low- to Moderate-Income Families in Boston
We award grants to organizations with the following focus:
Community Development
Creating vibrant and equitable neighborhoods.
Securing Safe & Affordable Housing
Providing opportunities for affordable housing and home ownership with down-payment assistance and homebuyer education programs.
Financial Wellness & Advancement
Promoting financial competency by providing knowledge and skills.
Guidelines for Grant Applications
- The Metro Foundation will accept applications from qualified, tax-exempt 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations
- The Foundation will only fund programs that serve a majority of low- to moderate-income populations
- Grants are awarded twice a year
- Most grants are funded in the $3,000-$10,000 range
- Grant awards must be made directly to recipients
- Application required and must be submitted by deadline
- Organizations may receive one grant per calendar year and are not eligible to apply during the following calendar year
