Community Corner
Foundation for MetroWest Supports English Language Programs
The Foundation recently awarded English At Large a $10,000 grant to support instructional programs in Waltham.
English At Large is pleased to announce receipt of a $10,000 charitable grant from Foundation for MetroWest, one of 177 awarded to local organizations working to address the region’s most compelling needs. In 2019, more than $1.9 million in grants were awarded to support hunger-relief efforts, combat homelessness, support families and strengthen environmental and cultural endeavors throughout the region.
“This grant provides vital funding for services that impact more than 175 local adult immigrants in MetroWest each year, 50 of whom live and attend programs in Waltham”, comments EAL Board President Hicham Mouhsin. “Our One-to-One Tutoring, Conversation Groups, Career Access Lab and Beginner English Classes provide these learners with the skills, support and confidence they need to secure employment, access resources, support their families and achieve their life goals.”
About Foundation for MetroWest
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Established in 1995, the Foundation for MetroWest is the only community foundation serving the 33 cities and towns in the region. We promote philanthropy in the region, help donors maximize the impact of their local giving, serve as a resource for local nonprofits and enhance the quality of life for all our residents. Since inception, the Foundation has granted $19 million to charitable organizations and currently stewards more than $25 million in charitable assets for current needs and future impact. To learn more, please visit www.foundationformetrowest.org or call 508-647-2260.
About English At Large
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Founded in 1970, English At Large is a nonprofit that provides individual and small group instruction through a volunteer network to adult immigrants and other newcomers who want to acquire English language skills as they adapt to life in the United States. Our vision is that newcomers to the United States will develop the English language skills and acquire the cultural knowledge needed to fully engage in their communities and fulfill their life goals. For more information, please visit www.englishatlarge.org or call 781-395-2374.
