The Access Strategies Fund
Accepts applications
The Access Strategies Fund is a private foundation in Cambridge, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $426,500 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $110,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$426,500
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$110,000
- Assets$7.7 million
- New grantees92%
Giving in 2024 was up from $69,500 the year before.
92% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $69,500 | 3 | $7.8 million |
| 2024 | $426,500 | 15 | $7.7 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Infoaccessstrategiesorg 678 Massachusetts Avenue 7th FL, Cambridge, MA 02139 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (617) 494-0715, info@accessstrategies.org |
| What to submit | Via e-mail |
| Restrictions | Limited to Massachusetts organizations |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Access Strategies Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 14 | $396,500 |
| New York | 1 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Foundation of Western Ma | Fbo building power in western ma fund | $110,000 |
| Third Sector New England | Fbo ma voter table | $50,000 |
| Resist | Fbo stories inspiring movements general support | $35,000 |
| Arise | General support pilot project | $30,000 |
| Community Foundation of Western Ma | Fbo racial equity & social justice | $30,000 |
| Mass Senior Action Council | General support pilot project | $30,000 |
| Neighbor to Neighbor | General support pilot project | $30,000 |
| Pioneer Valley Project | General support pilot project | $30,000 |
| Right to the City Alliance | Fbo springfield no one leaves general support pilot project | $30,000 |
| Worcester Interfaith Inc | General support leadership trainings | $25,000 |
| Massachusetts Voter Education | General support | $20,000 |
| Massachusetts Voter Education | Champions of democracy celebration | $2,500 |
| Resist | Grassroots organizing celebration | $2,500 |
| Haymarket People's Fund | 50 year celebration of grassroots organizing | $1,000 |
| Chinese Progressive Association | Year of the dragon event sponsorship | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Maria Jobin-Leeds
- Greg Jobin-Leeds
- Meg Gage
- Elena Letona
- Guillermo Quinteros
- Pierre Joseph
Questions people ask
Does The Access Strategies Fund accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Access Strategies Fund give?
$426,500 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs The Access Strategies Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Maria Jobin-Leeds (Chair/Treasurer), Greg Jobin-Leeds (Board Member Emeritus), Meg Gage (Director) and Elena Letona (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Access Strategies Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development and education.