From l-r: Netscout’s Director of Stakeholder Engagement Beth Kirsch, Boys & Girls Club of Greater Lowell’s Hadassa Pelissier, Jenna Kapp and Marci DeCarli with GLCF’s VP Jennifer Aradhya at the Heart of Giving pitch presentation at NETSCOUT in Westford.
LOWELL – The Greater Lowell Community Foundation (GLCF), a philanthropic organization comprised of over 450 funds totaling more than $70 million, announced that Westford, Massachusetts based NETSCOUT SYSTEMS, INC. (NASDAQ: NTCT), an innovative technology leader that protects the connected world from cyberattacks as well as performance and availability disruptions, awarded its Heart of Giving Community $20,000 grant program through GLCF to local nonprofit organizations.
The Boys & Girls Club of Greater Lowell received the top award of $10,000. Serving hundreds of Lowell youth, the Boys & Girls Club offers programs focused on academic success, healthy lifestyles, and character and leadership development. The grant will support expanding their Youth Leader Program, a paid, part-time leadership and workforce readiness opportunity for teens ages 15–18.
“We greatly appreciate this generous support from NETSCOUT,” said Joe Hungler, Executive Director of the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Lowell. “Our partnership with NETSCOUT and this award supporting our youth leader program allows us to continue to provide safe, supportive, and enriching experiences for local youth in Greater Lowell.”
Two runner-up grants of $5,000 each were awarded to Dwelling House of Hope and The Massachusetts Coalition for the Homeless. Dwelling House of Hope provides vital services including food distribution and support for low-income families, while the Coalition advocates for policies and resources to end homelessness across the Commonwealth.
This annual partnership strengthens the connection between NETSCOUT and Greater Lowell nonprofit organizations while involving employees in learning about community needs.
“Connecting philanthropic businesses and individuals to the needs of their communities is at the heart of GLCF’s work. We are proud to continue our partnership with NETSCOUT in the 11th year of the Heart of Giving Community Grant program,” said Jay Linnehan, president and CEO of the Greater Lowell Community Foundation. “We are grateful for NETSCOUT’s ongoing commitment to supporting local nonprofits.”
“This year’s Heart of Giving Community Grants program is a powerful reminder of how innovative, community-based solutions can drive meaningful impact,” said Beth Kirsch, Director of Stakeholder Engagement at NETSCOUT. “By including employees into the grantmaking process, we not only fund important local initiatives; we also strengthen NETSCOUT’s connection to our local community through the people of NETSCOUT. We’re proud to support these outstanding organizations and looking forward to strengthening our partnerships through both funding and employee involvement.”
About Greater Lowell Community Foundation
Established in 1997, the Greater Lowell Community Foundation (GLCF) is a philanthropic organization comprised of more than 450 funds dedicated to improving the quality of life in 21 neighboring cities and towns. With financial assets of over $70 million, GLCF annually awards grants and scholarships to hundreds of worthy nonprofits and students. It is powered by the winning combination of donor-directed giving, personal attention from Foundation staff, and an in-depth understanding of local needs. The generosity of our donors has enabled the Community Foundation to award more than $40 million to the Greater Lowell community.
