How to apply
Determinations are made by trustees in accordance to broad guidelines in the trust Contact: Richard Thorner, 95 Market St, Manchester, Nh, 6036693454 Deadlines: no deadline Restrictions: Organizations that support sports, education or health
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
6 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The American Antiquarian SocietyWorcester, MA | To Support Societys Internship Program | $5,000 |
| Keene State CollegeKeene, NH | To Support School Scholarships | $3,200 |
| Plymouth State UniversityPlymouth, NH | To Support School Scholarships | $3,200 |
| Trinity High SchoolManchester, NH | To Support School Scholarships | $3,200 |
| Webster HouseManchester, NH | To Support Missionof the ChildrensGroup Home | $3,200 |
| Manchester High School CentralManchester, NH | To Support SchoolNewspaperThe Little Green | $2,000 |
By state: New Hampshire 5 · Massachusetts 1
About this foundation
Lippy and Bette De Rocher Charitable Trust is a private grantmaking foundation in Manchester, New Hampshire, administered in care of Richard Thorner Co-Trustee, tax-exempt since 2024. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Lippy and Bette De Rocher Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
Yes. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation indicates it accepts applications. Determinations are made by trustees in accordance to broad guidelines in the trust Deadlines: no deadline.
How much does Lippy and Bette De Rocher Charitable Trust give each year?
In tax year 2025 it paid $20K across 6 grants, a median of $3,200.
Where does Lippy and Bette De Rocher Charitable Trust give?
New Hampshire (5 grants), Massachusetts (1 grants), per its latest filing.
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