John H Breckjr and Barbara N Breck Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John H Breckjr and Barbara N Breck Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in PO Box Boca Grande, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $225,000 in 35 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $100,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$225,000
- Number of grants35
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$4.8 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2025 was up from $217,500 the year before.
14% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $135,000 | 29 | $4.2 million |
| 2024 | $217,500 | 34 | $4.5 million |
| 2025 | $225,000 | 35 | $4.8 million |
How to apply
John H Breckjr and Barbara N Breck Charitable Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What John H Breckjr and Barbara N Breck Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 17 | $168,500 |
| New Hampshire | 2 | $15,000 |
| Florida | 4 | $10,500 |
| Montana | 3 | $7,500 |
| California | 2 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $2,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,500 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American International College | General funding | $100,000 |
| Springfield Museums | Provide educational experience to children | $10,000 |
| University Advancement - Plymouth State University | General funding | $10,000 |
| Catholic Reief Services | General funding | $5,000 |
| Diocese of Springfield Mass | General funding | $5,000 |
| Guadalupe Center | General funding | $5,000 |
| Inner - City Scholarship Fund | Provide scholarship to needy children | $5,000 |
| Mercy Hospital - Sister Caritas Fund | Provide medical assistance for infants | $5,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities | Provide medical assistance to children | $5,000 |
| Saint Anselm College | Provide financial assistance to students | $5,000 |
| Shriners Hospital | Provide assistance to families & children | $5,000 |
| Springfield Boys & Girls Club | For the benefit of local youth | $5,000 |
| Western New England University | Provide financial assistance to students | $5,000 |
| Willie Ross School for the Deaf | Provide assistance to hearing impaired infants & toddlers | $5,000 |
| Baystate Medical Center (Childrens Miracle Network) | Provide medical assistance to children | $3,500 |
| Backpack Assistance Program | General funding | $2,500 |
| Ballet Ri | Provide assissance to an those in ballet | $2,500 |
| Bay Path College | M. Constance breck memorial endowed scholarship | $2,500 |
| Camp Mak-A-Dream | General funding | $2,500 |
| Dream Adaptive Recreation | General funding | $2,500 |
| First Descents Org | General funding | $2,500 |
| Flordia Sheriffs Youth Ranch | General funding | $2,500 |
| Girlsincof the Valley | Provide educational assistance | $2,500 |
| Ies Abroad | General funding | $2,500 |
| Lawrence Academy | General funding | $2,500 |
| New England Science & Sailing Foundation | General funding | $2,500 |
| Nols | General funding | $2,500 |
| Springfield Rescue Mission | Provide assistance to the needy and hungry & sheler | $2,500 |
| Summer Search | General funding | $2,500 |
| Trinity Methodist Church | Provide educational assistance | $2,500 |
| Venture Out Project | General funding | $2,500 |
| Whitney Young Childrens Foundation | Provide financial assistance | $2,500 |
| Valerie's House | General funding | $2,000 |
| A Better Shot Foundation Inc | General funding | $1,000 |
| Kat 6A Foundation | Educational assistance | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John H Breck III
- Sandra B Kelley
- John M O'Brien III
- Anna N Carpenter
- William B Carpenter
- John T Kelley
Questions people ask
Does John H Breckjr and Barbara N Breck Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John H Breckjr and Barbara N Breck Charitable Foundation give?
$225,000 in tax year 2025, across 35 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs John H Breckjr and Barbara N Breck Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John H Breck III (Trustee), Sandra B Kelley (Trustee), John M O'Brien III (Trustee) and Anna N Carpenter (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does John H Breckjr and Barbara N Breck Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and health.