Boylston Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Boylston Family Foundation is a private foundation in Ketchum, Idaho. In tax year 2025 it gave $60,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $22,500. 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$60,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$22,500
- Assets$265,934
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $60,000 the year before.
29% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $47,000 | 7 | $316,121 |
| 2024 | $60,000 | 6 | $309,010 |
| 2025 | $60,000 | 7 | $265,934 |
How to apply
Boylston Family 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 Boylston Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Idaho.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Idaho | 2 | $24,500 |
| Washington | 2 | $17,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $15,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,500 |
| Utah | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Advocates for the West | Contribution | $22,500 |
| Big Life Foundation | Contribution | $15,000 |
| Wildlife Alliance | Contribution | $15,000 |
| Northwest African American Museum | Contribution | $2,500 |
| The ACLU Foundation | Contribution | $2,500 |
| Western Watersheds | Contribution | $2,000 |
| Adopt A Native Elder | Contribution | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- John G Boylston
- Deborah Clothier
- Deborah T Boylston
- Michael H Boylston
Questions people ask
Does Boylston Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Boylston Family Foundation give?
$60,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Boylston Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John G Boylston (President), Deborah Clothier (Vice President), Deborah T Boylston (Secretary) and Michael H Boylston (Treasurer).
What does Boylston Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.