The John W. Boynton Fund aims to support organizations that benefit poor, needy, and deserving individuals, with a special focus on those of advanced age and gentility. The fund shows a preference for projects serving the Town of Athol, aligning with the wishes of its founder, Dora Carter Boynton, who established the fund in memory of her husband in 1952.
The grant program guided by the Speas Memorial Trust is designed to support a wide range of causes, specifically in educational, cultural, human services, and health care sectors. The overarching goal is to improve the quality and accessibility of these services within the Greater Kansas City Metropolitan area. The program is open to funding requests for both general operational costs and specific program support, reflecting a flexible approach to fulfilling its mission.