Clipper Ship Foundation
Clipper Ship Foundation
Change Is Where the ❤️ Is
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ABOUT US
A Distinct Identity
Founded in 1979 by David Parmely Weatherhead, The Clipper Ship Foundation makes grants to federally tax-qualified nonprofit organizations offering critical services to people living in Greater Boston – cities and towns lying on or within Route 128 – and the cities of Lawrence and Brockton.
WAYS WE HELP
The Focus of Our Efforts
Supporting The Youth
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Out of school and unemployed or underemployed
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Enrolled in school, but not progressing academically and at risk of dropping out
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Enrolled in post-secondary education part-time and either unemployed or underemployed
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Not enrolled in school and only working part-time without benefits
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Foster youth and young adults aged out of the foster care system
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Youth and young adults experiencing homelessness or in unstable housing
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Youth impacted by sex trafficking/exploitation
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Families impacted by domestic violence
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Youth impacted by the criminal justice system
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Youth with disabilities
Target Impacts
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Acquisition of educational/skills credentials as a component of a futures pathway
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Stabilized housing
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Mental health treatment
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Reduced recidivism
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Successful transition to adult life for youth with disabilities
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Substance abuse treatment
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The best possible placement of youth in appropriate homes/settings
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Support for youth in foster care and their foster families
Improved Outcomes
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Higher rates of adoption
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Better health care
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Higher rates of educational attainment
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increased connection to employment
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Increased availability of, and expanded access to, affordable housing
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Reduced displacement of cost-burdened and at-risk households
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Increased capacity and enhancement of emergency youth and domestic abuse shelters
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Operation of transitional shelters and housing for youth, immigrants & refugees, persons recovering from addictions, survivors of domestic violence, and other affected populations
