How to apply
The bennett family foundation considers grants to organizations in the greater boston/new england & greater philadelphia/southeastern pennsylvania areas. The foundation awards grants semi-annually, usually in may & november. Typical grants range in size from $2,500 to $25,000. Grantmaking in greater boston focuses on helping teens & young adults get reconnected to a supportive community & become independent adults. For this region, the grant process begins with a simple, on-line inquiry. Depending on the size of the grant request, & whether your agency is new to US or not, we may ask for addi… Contact: Trustees Eleanore Bennett Charitabl, Po Box 381547, Cambridge, Ma, 6109455569, TRUSTEES@BENNETTFOUNDATION.ORG Deadlines: Submit inquiries no later than april 1 for the spring cycle & october 1 for the fall cycle. Restrictions: The bennett family foundation is interested in: - organizations with staff expertise in their field & a track record of proven results - smaller, local organizations - organizations that can demonstrate momentum towards sustainability of programs in most cases, preference will be given to small local projects over national programs. Funding generally will not be provided to: - individuals or non-501(c)(3) public charities - educational institutions for their general operating funds or endowments - religious organizations for religious purposes - cities, counties or other governmental organiza…
Quoted from Part XV of the foundation's 2024 Form 990-PF; the full text is in the filing. Confirm on the foundation's website before you write.
Grants paid in 2024
54 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nationalities Service CenterPhiladelphia, PA | Entity support | $33K |
| Share Food ProgramPhiladelphia, PA | Entity support | $30K |
| Health Care AccessPhoenixville, PA | Entity support | $13K |
| Action Against HungerNew York, NY | Entity support | $10K |
| Roca IncChelsea, MA | Entity support | $10K |
| Samaritans IncBoston, MA | Entity support | $10K |
| Surrey Services for Seniors IncDevon, PA | Entity support | $10K |
| The Baker Center for Children and FamiliesBoston, MA | Entity support | $10K |
| The Brookline Center for Community Mental HealthBrookline, MA | Entity support | $10K |
| Adolescent Consultation ServicesCambridge, MA | Entity support | $7,500 |
| Greater Boston PflagWaltham, MA | Entity support | $7,500 |
| 826 BostonBoston, MA | Entity support | $5,000 |
| Abortion Liberation Fund of PaPhiladelphia, PA | Entity support | $5,000 |
| Boston Arts Academy FoundationBoston, MA | Entity support | $5,000 |
| Boston Youth Symphony OrchestraBoston, MA | Entity support | $5,000 |
| Cambridge Camping AssociationCambridge, MA | Entity support | $5,000 |
| Choices IncWorcester, MA | Entity support | $5,000 |
| Enroot IncCambridge, MA | Entity support | $5,000 |
| Families for Depression AwarenessWaltham, MA | Entity support | $5,000 |
| Fathers' UpliftDorcester, MA | Entity support | $5,000 |
| GrubstreetBoston, MA | Entity support | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange IncNewton, MA | Entity support | $5,000 |
| Mighty WritersPhiladelphia, PA | Entity support | $5,000 |
| Phoenixville Area Community Services (pacs)Phoenixville, PA | Entity support | $5,000 |
| Phoenixville Free ClinicPhoenixville, PA | Entity support | $5,000 |
| Play on PhillyPhiladelphia, PA | Entity support | $5,000 |
| Project Hope BostonRoxbury, MA | Entity support | $5,000 |
| Silver Lining MentoringWaltham, MA | Entity support | $5,000 |
| The Nan ProjectLexington, MA | Entity support | $5,000 |
| The Petey Greene ProgramPhiladelphia, PA | Entity support | $5,000 |
| The Treehouse FoundationEasthampton, MA | Entity support | $5,000 |
| The Wily NetworkNewton, MA | Entity support | $5,000 |
| Third Sector New England Fbo Future ChefsBoston, MA | Entity support | $5,000 |
| United South End SettlementsBoston, MA | Entity support | $5,000 |
| Boston City SingersDorchester, MA | Entity support | $3,750 |
| Ann's HeartPhoenixville, PA | Entity support | $2,500 |
| Bates CollegeLewiston, ME | Entity support | $2,500 |
| BreaktimeBoston, MA | Entity support | $2,500 |
| Bryce's Journey IncHyde Park, MA | Entity support | $2,500 |
| Lundale FarmKimberton, PA | Entity support | $2,500 |
| Partners Creating CommunityPhoenixville, PA | Entity support | $2,500 |
| Pathways to HousingPhiladelphia, PA | Entity support | $2,500 |
| Phoenixville Women's OutreachPhoenixville, PA | Entity support | $2,500 |
| Reach Out and Read PhiladelphiaPhiladelphia, PA | Entity support | $2,500 |
| Rebuilding Together PhiladelphiaPhiladelphia, PA | Entity support | $2,500 |
| Red Cross of Greater Los AngelesLos Angeles, CA | Entity support | $2,500 |
| Sisters UnchainedJamaica Plain, MA | Entity support | $2,500 |
| South Shore Children's ChorusQuincy, MA | Entity support | $2,500 |
| The New Neighbors PartnershipNew York, NY | Entity support | $2,500 |
| Dartmouth CollegeHanover, NH | Entity support | $1,000 |
| Tuck School of BusinessHanover, NH | Entity support | $1,000 |
| Chester County Futures IncCoatesville, PA | Entity support | $500 |
| Kieve-Wavus Affective EducationNobleboro, ME | Entity support | $500 |
| Phoenixville Public LibraryPhoenixville, PA | Entity support | $500 |
By state: Massachusetts 28 · Pennsylvania 19 · New York 2 · Maine 2 · California 1 · New Hampshire 2
About this foundation
Eleanore Bennett Charitable Tr No 1 is a private grantmaking foundation in Cambridge, Massachusetts, tax-exempt since 2003. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Eleanore Bennett Charitable Tr No 1 accept grant applications?
Yes. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation indicates it accepts applications. The bennett family foundation considers grants to organizations in the greater boston/new england & greater philadelphia/southeastern pennsylvania areas. Deadlines: Submit inquiries no later than april 1 for the spring cycle & october 1 for the fall cycle..
How much does Eleanore Bennett Charitable Tr No 1 give each year?
In tax year 2024 it paid $307K across 54 grants, a median of $5,000.
Where does Eleanore Bennett Charitable Tr No 1 give?
Massachusetts (28 grants), Pennsylvania (19 grants), New York (2 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.
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