Common Good
Philanthropic Fundraising ServicesMassachusetts, United States2-10 Employees
Common Good is a philanthropic fundraising service that aims to shift economic power toward communities by enabling collective decisions on funding. The organization describes its approach as a system for paying and giving within a local economy, with oversight and information to support renewable energy projects, basic needs, arts, and other initiatives aligned with a Common Good Economy. Based in Ashfield, Massachusetts, the group operates as a small team and serves communities seeking alternative funding mechanisms beyond traditional channels to support schools, nonprofits, small local businesses, and local infrastructure across areas such as energy production and essential services. Founded in 2013, Common Good positions itself within the philanthropic and community finance space by offering a collaborative funding model intended to circulate more money within the local economy and expand opportunities for residents and local enterprises.