Foundations that fund organizations in Bostom, Massachusetts
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Bostom nonprofits
6 private foundations gave $37K to Bostom organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 6 that say either way accept applications.
6 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Bostom around $3,500. 3 of these funders are based in Massachusetts; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 6
- Accept applications
- 1
- of 6 that state a policy
- Dollars to Bostom
- $37K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 6
- Typical median grant
- $3,500
- Based in MA
- 50%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Bostom organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Kneisel Foundation Inc | Beverly, MA | 1 | $25K | $25K | Preselected only | General purpose |
| Mansueto Foundation | Chicago, IL | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Preselected only | General support |
| The Salon Family Foundation Inc C/O Joel Salon | Armonk, NY | 1 | $3,500 | $3,500 | Preselected only | Charitable donation |
| David & Mary Barros Foundation Inc | Scituate, MA | 1 | $1,560 | $1,560 | Yes | Support healthcare |
| The McAfee Family Foundation | Clifton, TX | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Preselected only | General fund |
| The Wolf Family Charitable Trust | Lincoln, MA | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Preselected only | Charitable operations |
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 Bostom, Massachusetts?
The Kneisel Foundation Inc, Mansueto Foundation, The Salon Family Foundation Inc C/O Joel Salon, David & Mary Barros Foundation Inc, The McAfee Family Foundation and 1 others reported grants to Bostom 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 Bostom. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.