501(c)(3) Private Foundation · North Grafton, MA

Greener, more connected communities for everyone.

We advance urban greening, healthy public spaces, and community connection in North Grafton and nearby areas of Massachusetts through micro‑grants, partnerships, and volunteer action.

Projected 2025–2026

1,500+

new trees planted

8–12

public spaces improved

10 tons

waste collected

500+

volunteers engaged

About Us

The Prescott Ford Family Foundation is an independent private foundation based in North Grafton, Massachusetts. We support and launch non‑profit initiatives in environmental stewardship, urban green spaces, and community connection.

Vision

Together with our neighbors, we build greener, sustainable, and welcoming places to live, work, and play.

Mission

To fund and deliver nonprofit projects in urban greening and community‑led public space improvements through grants, partnerships, and volunteer programs.

Core Values

  • Sustainability: act for long‑term environmental wellbeing.
  • Collaboration: connect residents, local government, and nonprofits.
  • Transparency: steward resources openly and effectively.

Focus & Programs

Primary focus: Environmental conservation & community green spaces (not healthcare or formal education).

Urban Tree Planting & Habitat

Planting and caring for street and park trees; restoring native vegetation along lakes, streams, and paths.

People‑Friendly Public Spaces

Shade, walking loops, rest nooks, and gathering corners that help neighbors connect.

Less Litter, More Awareness

Recurring clean‑ups, source separation pilots, and local business partnerships to reduce single‑use plastics.

Micro‑grants for Resident Groups

Small grants and in‑kind support (saplings, tools, supplies) for community clubs and neighborhood teams.

Featured Event

Fall 2025 Community Tree‑Planting Day

  • Date & Time: Sunday, October 19, 2025, 8:00–12:00
  • Location: Silver Lake Park, North Grafton, MA
  • Goal: Plant 500 native trees and clean up paths around the lake.
  • How to join: Please pre‑register so we can group teams and prep tools.

Recently concluded

Community Lake Cleanup — Sept 14, 2025
Thank you to all neighbors who participated! Watch this space for the next clean‑up and planting events.

Get Involved

Volunteer

Join as an individual or a team for tree planting, clean‑ups, or neighborhood canopy mapping. We provide safety guidance and tools.

Sign up

Local Partners

Co‑host a greening activity in your park, street, or public campus. Access micro‑grants and technical assistance.

Propose a project

Donate or In‑kind Support

Help expand green spaces and after‑care (12–24 months). Tools, supplies, and native plants are welcome.

Get in touch

Contact

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Contact & Transparency

  • Email: emanskossienylx2s@hotmail.com
  • Address: 8 Gershom Drive, North Grafton, MA 01536, USA
  • EIN: 99‑6626769
  • Legal status: 501(c)(3) private foundation.
  • Exemption effective date: June 17, 2024
  • Annual filing: Form 990‑PF