The Boston Foundation (TBF) is one of the nation’s most groundbreaking and impactful community foundations, committed to addressing regional disparities and fostering a better Boston.

Established in 1915 as the Permanent Charity Fund for Boston, TBF has evolved over the years, strategically working to dismantle systemic and structural inequities through collaboration with visionary partners and committed donors. With a mission to open pathways to opportunity and build equitable communities, The Foundation actively engages in civic leadership, data collection, research, program development, and advocacy to drive social change. The Boston Foundation, with a robust philanthropy staff, raised nearly $145 million in fiscal year 2023 and aims to achieve $25 million annually through its planned giving program in the coming years.