Pierce Katharine C Uw
Bank of America Philanthropic Solutions hosts the Katharine C. Pierce Trust page with program purpose, guidelines, application procedures, deadlines, and a direct Apply Now link. The trust is managed by Bank of America and focuses on relief for needy and deserving women, with special consideration for elderly women and Massachusetts-serving programs.
Source: Website · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
A Massachusetts-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving needy or elderly women (or elder services broadly) seeking modest unrestricted/general operating support.
Good Fit
- • Programs that serve elderly women or provide relief to needy women in Massachusetts.
- • Requests for general operating support or modest program funding (typical grants are in the low‑to‑mid five-figure range or smaller).
- • Local nonprofit status (Massachusetts-based) with an established track record of social services for seniors or women.
- • Willingness to apply through the Bank of America online portal and follow stated deadlines.
Geography
Giving is tightly geographically concentrated: the most recent year shows every grant went to Massachusetts organizations, and the observed footprint across years is overwhelmingly MA-focused.
Recipient Variety
The latest year funded a large number of independent recipients (42 distinct organizations), and prior years show a similar count, indicating a broad recipient set rather than a tiny closed circle.
New Applicants
The funder publishes application guidelines and an online portal via Bank of America’s Massachusetts office, and the latest year included 14 new grantees, which together indicate unfamiliar applicants can gain entry.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
