Martha’s Vineyard Community Foundation

The Martha’s Vineyard Community Foundation is a true community collaboration.

We bring together donors, local nonprofits and organizations—the people who live on and love our island—to ensure our diverse, interdependent community thrives. We support initiatives that promote a sound quality of life, create a rich cultural community, and protect healthy and sustainable environments.

Here for our Community

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Tackling pressing needs & enduring quality of life

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Here for our Students

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Providing scholarships for bright futures

Here for Nonprofits

Providing grants, fiscal sponsorships & partnerships

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Here for Donors

Maximizing the impact of donations
to the causes you care deeply about

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See the Good!

43rd Creative Living Award: Tom Bennett and Bob Tankard

Veterans rights advocates and lifelong Island friends Tom Bennett and Bob Tankard have been selected to receive the 43rd annual Creative Living Award.

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Sep. 06, 2026

Congratulations to Christopher Celeste, Our New Board Chair

A new phase of our Board leadership began on June 30. Alec Walsh, who has served as Chair since 2023, passed the baton to Christopher Celeste.

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Jun. 30, 2026

Martha’s Vineyard Community Foundation Announces $400,000 in Scholarships Awarded in the 2026 Annual Scholarship Cycle

We are proud to announce an historic level of annual scholarship funding to support local students: we are awarding $400,000 to 135 talented Islanders so that they can pursue their educational and life goals.

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May. 20, 2026