Aubert J Fay Charitable Fund
The Aubert J Fay Charitable Fund is a private foundation dedicated to supporting various charitable initiatives primarily focused on health, education, and community development. Its mission encompasses a wide range of causes, including youth education, medical care, religious activities, and social services, particularly for underserved populations such as immigrants and children in need. The foundation actively funds organizations that promote artistic activities, provide food assistance, and support affordable housing initiatives. While it primarily serves the Lowell, Massachusetts area, its commitment to enhancing community resources and addressing social issues reflects a broader dedication to improving the quality of life for individuals and families in need.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
A local (Lowell-area) charitable or faith-based nonprofit with a clear, modest funding request tied to health, youth, social services, education, or community arts and demonstrable local impact.
Good Fit
- • Organization is based in Lowell or nearby in Massachusetts.
- • Request is for a specific program or operational support within health, youth, education, social services, arts, or faith-based work.
- • Asks are modest and specific (typical grants are in the low-to-mid five-figures or below).
- • Can submit a concise mailed letter describing impact and budget.
- • Has local referrals or prior contact with trustees or previous grantees.
Geography
Observed giving is geographically narrow: every documented grant in both years was to organizations in Massachusetts, with 100% of dollars and grants staying in-state.
Recipient Variety
The latest year shows a large and diverse recipient set (65 distinct grantees) across many mission areas; although many grantees are repeat recipients, the foundation funds a broad range of independent local organizations.
New Applicants
Direct evidence of turnover is limited but shows a small number of new recipients (four in 2024) while most grantees return; a public submission route (mailed letter, rolling deadline, phone contact) exists, so unfamiliar local applicants can plausibly apply, but the low new-recipient rate suggests selections are relationship-influenced.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
