Worcester Nonprofit Gets $1.3M To Support People With Disabilities

WORCESTER, MA — The Greater Worcester Community Foundation received a $1.3 million gift from one family to support people with disabilities in the area.

The large sum of money was donated by George Krikorian, a longtime philanthropist whose family has donated to the foundation for many years, according to GWCF.

The foundation said that Krikorian has gifted more than $469,000 in grants to local nonprofits, including the Worcester Center for Crafts, the Boys & Girls Club of Worcester, Worcester County Food Bank and several educational institutions.

The philanthropist died in 2024, but left one quarter of his estate to create the George Peter Krikorian fund at the foundation, which will serve as a new field of interest fund focused on supporting individuals with physical disabilities.

“The story of the Krikorian family and their generosity is a wonderful example of multigenerational philanthropy,” said Pete Dunn, President and CEO of Greater Worcester Community Foundation. “George and his parents’ thoughtful planning and deep love for community has created a legacy that will grow over time and continue to meet critical needs across the region.