Foundations that fund organizations in Otis, Massachusetts
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Otis nonprofits
5 private foundations gave $83K to Otis organizations in their latest filings; 2 of the 5 that say either way accept applications.
7 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Otis around $5,000. 1 of these funders are based in Massachusetts; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 5
- Accept applications
- 2
- of 5 that state a policy
- Dollars to Otis
- $83K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 7
- Typical median grant
- $5,000
- Based in MA
- 20%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Otis organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jane and Jack Fitzpatrick Trust | Stockbridge, MA | 1 | $50K | $50K | Yes | Building renovation grant |
| The John G Martin Foundation | West Hartford, CT | 3 | $20K | $5,000 | Yes | Public service |
| Tr Ua M R Hall Fb Charity | Dallas, TX | 1 | $9,460 | $9,460 | Preselected only | Unrestricted general |
| Mary J Lair Tuw-Cong Chs | Dallas, TX | 1 | $3,495 | $3,495 | Preselected only | Unrestricted general |
| The Pfizer Foundation Inc | New York, NY | 1 | $100 | $100 | Preselected only | Matching gifts |
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 Otis, Massachusetts?
Jane and Jack Fitzpatrick Trust, The John G Martin Foundation, Tr Ua M R Hall Fb Charity, Mary J Lair Tuw-Cong Chs, The Pfizer Foundation Inc reported grants to Otis 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 Otis. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.