The Joanne E Masin Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Joanne E Masin Foundation is a private foundation in Boca Grande, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $294,000 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $190,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$294,000
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$190,000
- Assets$268,374
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $163,839 the year before.
33% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $587,750 | 29 | $100,681 |
| 2023 | $163,839 | 19 | $250,555 |
| 2024 | $294,000 | 24 | $268,374 |
How to apply
The Joanne E Masin 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 The Joanne E Masin Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 10 | $213,750 |
| Florida | 7 | $41,750 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $27,500 |
| New York | 2 | $6,500 |
| Washington | 1 | $2,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut River Museum (Connecticut River Foundation at Steamboat Dock) | General Charitable | $190,000 |
| Jacks Galore Inc | General Charitable | $20,000 |
| Boca Grande Womens Club Inc | General Charitable | $12,000 |
| Boca Grande Pre-School | General Charitable | $10,000 |
| Gasparilla Island Conservation and Improvement Assoc | General Charitable | $10,000 |
| CT River Conservancy | General Charitable | $7,500 |
| Ivoryton Playhouse Foundation Inc | General Charitable | $6,000 |
| Friends of Boca Grande | General Charitable | $5,000 |
| High Hopes Therapeutic Riding Inc | General Charitble | $5,000 |
| The Island School | General Charitable | $5,000 |
| Essex Fire Department | General Charitable | $4,000 |
| Barrier Island Park Society | General Charitable | $2,500 |
| Center for Whale Research | General Charitable | $2,500 |
| Essex Board of Trade | General Charitable | $2,500 |
| Essex Elementary School Foundation Inc | General Charitable | $2,500 |
| Essex Foundation | General Charitable | $1,500 |
| Memorial Sloan Kettering | General Charitable | $1,500 |
| Boca Grande Arts Center | General Charitable | $1,250 |
| Boca Grande Historical Society Inc | General Charitable | $1,000 |
| Community Foundation Middlesex County | General Charitable | $1,000 |
| Community Music School | General Charitable | $1,000 |
| Essex Historical Society | General Charitable | $1,000 |
| Ocean Conservancy | General Charitable | $1,000 |
| Essex Ambulance Association | General Charitable | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Joanne E Masin
Questions people ask
Does The Joanne E Masin Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Joanne E Masin Foundation give?
$294,000 in tax year 2024, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Joanne E Masin Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Joanne E Masin (Trustee).
What does The Joanne E Masin Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, arts and culture and education.