Foundations that fund organizations in Monson, Massachusetts
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Monson nonprofits
5 private foundations gave $91K to Monson organizations in their latest filings; 3 of the 5 that say either way accept applications.
8 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Monson around $4,797. 3 of these funders are based in Massachusetts; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 5
- Accept applications
- 3
- of 5 that state a policy
- Dollars to Monson
- $91K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 8
- Typical median grant
- $4,797
- Based in MA
- 60%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Monson organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Myra K Moulton Tuw | Dallas, TX | 3 | $48K | $4,797 | Yes | Unrestricted general |
| The Norcross Wildlife Foundation Inc | Wales, MA | 2 | $30K | $15K | Preselected only | Esg pri grants |
| Eos Foundation | Harwich Port, MA | 1 | $10K | $10K | Yes | Hunger-Other |
| The Harold Grinspoon Charitable Foundation | Agawam, MA | 1 | $2,500 | $2,500 | Yes | Local farmers awards general |
| Arthur J Gallagher Foundation | Rolling Meadows, IL | 1 | $50 | $50 | Preselected only | General exempt purpose |
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 Monson, Massachusetts?
Myra K Moulton Tuw, The Norcross Wildlife Foundation Inc, Eos Foundation, The Harold Grinspoon Charitable Foundation, Arthur J Gallagher Foundation reported grants to Monson 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 Monson. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.