Vision of NEBF

Grant Amounts

Our grants range from $500 to $10,000 with an average of $7,000.

Guiding Principles

The philosophy of the Foundation is a reflection of the personal beliefs of the trustees:

One Trustee passionately believes in the power of grassroots movements to bring about changes. Another is convinced that economic incentives, coupled with judicious management of the environment, is the key to a sustainable world. A third thinks that science and art are two complementary manifestations of our humanity.

We prefer to help organizations start their projects with the understanding that once they are established, funding from other sources will be sought.

We prefer to fund grassroots organizations and/or projects. Grassroots means that the project or organization was conceived, developed and managed by the community. Outside organizations may have been contacted for start-up help, but the eventual management of the project should be from within the local group.

In addition to funding independent organizations, the Foundation initiates programs by contracting consultants for specific undertakings.

NEBF Trustees:

David Comb
Heidi Ellard
Ellen Lutz, Esq.
Henry P. Paulus, Ph.D.
William Sargent

Martine Kellett, Executive Director



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