Community Grants

Dear Nonprofit Partner:

We would like to thank you for your interest in learning about Westfield's community investment efforts. Last year the stock market collapse affected almost everyone, including Westfield Insurance Foundation. We made the difficult decision to suspend our community grant program for the latter half of 2009 and recently have determined that that suspension will continue through 2010. While the market is beginning to turn, we are focused on the strength and our impact for the long-term. With each new turn in the economy, the Foundation board of trustees, community investment staff and grant review committee will continue to access our funding situation.

We know that this year will continue to be tough for nonprofits. For many, you will experience an increased demand for services. And while we may not have financial resources available, it’s important to Westfield that we maintain our community partnerships during these unusual times through programs such as:

• Inkind donations
• Volunteer support
• Collaborations/partnerships

In 2010, we are proud of our plans to continue our investment of nearly three million dollars, maintaining our commitment to our operating territories through programs that are aligned with our focus areas (safety, education excellence, community revitalization and human services):

Teen Driver Education

Habitat for Humanity

Rebuilding Together

Academic Quiz Shows

Junior Achievement

United Way

Maintaining open communication with you is important to us. Please review the list of items below and don’t hesitate to contact directly with questions or to discussion future opportunities.

Sign up to be informed when the Community Grant program is reinstated

E-mail us about a future opportunity (2011 and beyond)
community@westfieldgrp.com

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