Mission: ECCF was founded in 1999 to achieve two goals in the philanthropic/nonprofit sector of Essex County: to educate nonprofit leaders in sound business practice, and to connect those leaders with local funding to support their work. Today, Essex County Community Foundation promotes philanthropy in Essex County by managing charitable funds for donors, providing grants and services to nonprofit organizations, and engaging in community leadership initiatives. Our ultimate goal is to improve the quality of life in the 34 towns and cities of Essex County. (Less)

Essex County Community Foundation Incorporated is a 501(c)(3) organization, with an IRS ruling year of 1998, and donations are tax-deductible.