Updated Oct 31, 2026
Private foundations based in Springfield, Massachusetts
7 grantmaking foundations headquartered in Springfield, Massachusetts, holding $173M in assets. Ranked by grants paid in their latest 990-PF; 2 on this page say they accept applications. For foundations ranked by where their grants went, see local funders.
| Foundation | Grants paid | Median grant | Accepts applications | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Massmutual Foundation Incsince 2016 | $24M5 grants · 2024 | $896K | Preselected only | $34M |
| Irene E and George a Davis Foundationsince 2017 | $8.5M1 grants · 2024 | $8.5M | Yes | $104M |
| Seed Fund Ua 121991since 1992 | $2.0M14 grants · 2025 | $100K | Preselected only | $6.1M |
| Glass Charitable Foundationsince 1999 | $1.0M16 grants · 2024 | $38K | Preselected only | $15M |
| Benson Fam Charitable Trsince 1995 | $622K6 grants · 2024 | $21K | Preselected only | $9.8M |
| Gerald & Paul Damour Founders Schlrshps for Acdmc Excll Char Trsince 1994 | $280K393 grants · 2024 | $1,000 | Yes | $2.6M |
| Robert Anthony Federowicz Scholarship Fundsince 2020 | $78K2 grants · 2024 | $39K | Preselected only | $1.1M |
Sources: IRS Business Master File (assets), ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer and IRS 990-PF e-file (grants paid, application policy). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own Part XV checkbox.
Open grant programs in Massachusetts
All 2| Deadline | Grant | Funder | Award ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rollingno deadline | Mass Cultural Council — Organizational GrantsStateMass Cultural Council | Mass Cultural Council | Not listed |
| Rollingno deadline | Mass Humanities — Humanities GrantsStateMass Humanities | Mass Humanities | Not listed |
Common questions
How many private foundations are based in Springfield, Massachusetts?
Our directory lists 7 private grantmaking foundations in Springfield, Massachusetts with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $173M. The data comes from the IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File and Form 990-PF.
How do I get a grant from a private foundation?
Start with foundations that already fund organizations like yours nearby. Read the grantee list on each profile, check whether the foundation accepts applications (it says so on its 990-PF), and lead with a short letter of inquiry. Many family foundations fund only organizations they already know; an introduction through a shared grantee or board member works better than a cold proposal.
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