Foundations that fund organizations in Ashland, Massachusetts
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Ashland nonprofits
25 private foundations gave $747K to Ashland organizations in their latest filings; 8 of the 25 that say either way accept applications.
31 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Ashland around $2,717. 12 of these funders are based in Massachusetts; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 25
- Accept applications
- 8
- of 25 that state a policy
- Dollars to Ashland
- $747K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 31
- Typical median grant
- $2,717
- Based in MA
- 48%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Ashland organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gates Foundation | Seattle, WA | 1 | $353K | $353K | Yes | Create novel technology platform capabilities |
| The Stanton Foundation C/O Hemenway & Barnes Llp | Boston, MA | 1 | $250K | $250K | Preselected only | To achieve charitable purpose |
| F J Wilson Trust Fbo Ashland Historical | Dallas, TX | 1 | $56K | $56K | Preselected only | Unrestricted general |
| The Francis J Wilson Fund | Dallas, TX | 1 | $25K | $25K | Preselected only | Unrestricted general |
| Harold B Walker Charitable Trust Sch9009 | Concord, NH | 5 | $15K | $3,000 | Yes | Scholarship for |
| Dick's Sporting Goods Foundation | Coraopolis, PA | 1 | $7,000 | $7,000 | Yes | Public lands grant |
| The Allstate Foundation | Northbrook, IL | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Yes | Helping hands group grants |
| Pro Cyclist Foundation | Boulder, CO | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Preselected only | Program support |
| Selevan Family Foundation Inc | Jacksonville, FL | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Yes | Charitable |
| Charles C Foisy and Florida C a Foisy Foundation | North Andover, MA | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Preselected only | Animal welfare |
| The 83 Foundation | Lincoln, MA | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Preselected only | Charitable operations |
| Bond Bros Foundation Inc | Medford, MA | 1 | $4,000 | $4,000 | Preselected only | Programs and support |
| Trust UW Sarah Aw Devens | Boston, MA | 1 | $2,717 | $2,717 | Yes | Assist with payment for |
| The Pfizer Foundation Inc | New York, NY | 3 | $2,250 | $700 | Preselected only | Matching gifts; Volunteer program |
| Dedham Institution for Savings Foundation | Boston, MA | 1 | $1,500 | $1,500 | Yes | To fund food donations |
| Peter and Ann Lambertus Family Foundatio C/O Bartlett Pc | Norwood, MA | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Preselected only | General support |
| Citizens Charitable Foundation | Johnston, RI | 1 | $900 | $900 | Preselected only | Matching gifts |
| New England Senior Tennis Foundationinc | Marblehead, MA | 1 | $675 | $675 | Preselected only | Tournament award |
| The Jeanne Myerson and John Cate Family | Wilmington, DE | 1 | $665 | $665 | Preselected only | Unrestricted gift |
| Eastern Bank Foundation | Wakefield, MA | 1 | $650 | $650 | Yes | Exempt purpose |
| Charlotte Palmer Phillips Foundationinc C/O Kotin Crabtree & Strong Llp | Newton, MA | 1 | $500 | $500 | Preselected only | General Purpose |
| Lewis House Foundation C/O Richard Shults | Narragansett, RI | 1 | $500 | $500 | Preselected only | Ending poverty |
| Daniel Family Charitable Foundation | Osterville, MA | 1 | $250 | $250 | Preselected only | Contribution for unrestricted purpose |
| American Tower Corporation Foundation Inc | Boston, MA | 1 | $250 | $250 | Preselected only | General purpose |
| Jpmorgan Chase Foundation | New York, NY | 1 | $70 | $70 | Preselected only | Matching contribution (general operating support) |
Source: IRS Form 990-PF Part XV, latest electronic return per foundation (2026-10-28). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own checkbox on Part XV line 2. Grants to individuals excluded.
Common questions
Which foundations give to nonprofits in Ashland, Massachusetts?
Gates Foundation, The Stanton Foundation C/O Hemenway & Barnes Llp, F J Wilson Trust Fbo Ashland Historical, The Francis J Wilson Fund, Harold B Walker Charitable Trust Sch9009 and 20 others reported grants to Ashland organizations on their latest Form 990-PF.
How do I approach a foundation that doesn't accept applications?
A foundation that checks "contributes only to preselected organizations" on its 990-PF won't review a cold proposal. Look at who it funds, find a shared board member, grantee or advisor, and ask for an introduction. Foundations that accept applications usually list a contact and deadlines in Part XV; we show that text on each foundation's page.
Is this list complete?
No. It covers private foundations (Form 990-PF filers) whose latest electronic return lists at least one grant to an organization in Ashland. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.