How to apply
No specified form is required Contact: Edward R Bedrosian, 865 Central Ave Unit G-310, Needham, Ma, 6174941000 Deadlines: NONE Restrictions: The foundation makes contributions from time to time to various organizations as described in sections 501(c)(3), 170(c), 2055(a), and 2522(a) of the internal revenue code
Quoted from Part XV of the foundation's 2025 Form 990-PF; the full text is in the filing. Confirm on the foundation's website before you write.
Grants paid in 2025
30 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wellesley Village ChurchWellesley, MA | Charitable purpose | $235K |
| Westwood Hills Congregational ChurchLos Angeles, CA | Charitable purpose | $15K |
| Williams College Alumni FundWilliamstown, MA | Charitable purpose | $10K |
| Andover Newton SeminaryNew Haven, CT | Charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Havard Business SchoolBoston, MA | Charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Wellesley a Better ChanceWellesley, MA | Charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Carroll SchoolLincoln, MA | Charitable purpose | $4,000 |
| Malayaka HouseEssex Junction, VT | Charitable purpose | $3,500 |
| Trustees of Boston UniversityBoston, MA | Charitable purpose | $2,500 |
| Knox CollegeGalesburg, IL | Charitable purpose | $2,000 |
| St Stephen's Armenian ChurchWatertown, MA | Charitable purpose | $1,500 |
| Friends of Trumbull High SoccerTrumbull, CT | Charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Nature ConservancyArlington, VA | Charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| NrocCarmel, CA | Charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| World Wildlife FundWashington, DC | Charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| 909 WburBoston, MA | Charitable purpose | $500 |
| Brigham & Women's HospitalBoston, MA | Charitable purpose | $500 |
| For His ChildrenMillport, NY | Charitable purpose | $500 |
| Handel and Haydn SocietyBoston, MA | Charitable purpose | $500 |
| Maine Community FoundationPortland, ME | Charitable purpose | $500 |
| School Sisters of Notre DameNorridge, IL | Charitable purpose | $500 |
| Mspca AngellBoston, MA | Charitable purpose | $300 |
| Friends of Herring RiverSouth Wellfleet, MA | Charitable purpose | $250 |
| Museum of Fine ArtsBoston, MA | Charitable purpose | $250 |
| Pmc- Jimmy FundBoston, MA | Charitable purpose | $250 |
| Spaulding RehabilitationCharlestown, MA | Charitable purpose | $250 |
| Squash BustersRoxbury Crossing, MA | Charitable purpose | $250 |
| Wellfleet Conservative TrustWellfleet, MA | Charitable purpose | $250 |
| Wellfleet Historical Society & MuseumWellfleet, MA | Charitable purpose | $250 |
| LA World Affairs CouncilLos Angeles, CA | Charitable purpose | $155 |
By state: Massachusetts 18 · California 3 · Connecticut 2 · Vermont 1 · Illinois 2 · Virginia 1
About this foundation
Running Deer Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Needham, Massachusetts, administered in care of Edward R Bedrosian, tax-exempt since 1998. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Running Deer Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation indicates it accepts applications. No specified form is required Deadlines: NONE.
How much does Running Deer Foundation give each year?
In tax year 2025 it paid $298K across 30 grants, a median of $750.
Where does Running Deer Foundation give?
Massachusetts (18 grants), California (3 grants), Connecticut (2 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.
More foundations near Needham that accept applications
All in Massachusetts| Foundation | Based in | Grants paid | Median grant | Accepts applications | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shapiro Foundationsince 2001 | Needham, MA | $5.2M85 grants · 2024 | $25K | Preselected only | $124M |
| Hunt Street Fund Incsince 2004 | Needham, MA | $9.0M45 grants · 2024 | $25K | Preselected only | $102M |
| Hamoui Foundationsince 2011 | Needham, MA | $1.4M7 grants · 2025 | $100K | Preselected only | $50M |
| Keane Fam Foundation 092493since 1994 | Needham, MA | $2.0M32 grants · 2024 | $27K | Preselected only | $33M |
| Needham Bank Charitable Foundation Incsince 2024 | Needham, MA | $835K155 grants · 2024 | $4,700 | Yes | $32M |
| Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery Incsince 1956 | Needham, MA | $28K26 grants · 2024 | $86 | Preselected only | $30M |
| Kelly Family Foundation Incsince 2011 | Needham, MA | $1.4M36 grants · 2024 | $15K | Preselected only | $22M |
| Adelson Family Foundationsince 2010 | Needham, MA | $67M55 grants · 2024 | $100K | Preselected only | $21M |