A Chance for Progress Inc
Preselected recipients only
A Chance for Progress Inc is a private foundation in Stoneham, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $225,000 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $25,000. 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 grants18
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$5.1 million
How to apply
A Chance for Progress Inc 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What A Chance for Progress Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 9 | $105,000 |
| California | 2 | $40,000 |
| Texas | 4 | $35,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $25,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $10,000 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Scleroderma Foundation | General support | $25,000 |
| The Oneta Foundation | General support | $25,000 |
| More Perfect Union | General support | $25,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Metro North | General support | $20,000 |
| The Cio Scholarship Fund | General support | $15,000 |
| A Wish With Wings | General support | $10,000 |
| Boston Backpack Project | General support | $10,000 |
| Girls Empowerment Network | General support | $10,000 |
| Mission of Deeds | General support | $10,000 |
| New Englanders Helping Our Veterans | General support | $10,000 |
| Rise Above Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Self Esteem Boston | General support | $10,000 |
| Soldiers Angels | General support | $10,000 |
| The Angiogenesis Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Waypoint | General support | $10,000 |
| Bellaire Lacrosse Club | General support | $5,000 |
| Brigham and Womens Hospital | General support | $5,000 |
| Mass General Hospital | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Scott Barlow
Questions people ask
Does A Chance for Progress Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does A Chance for Progress Inc give?
$225,000 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs A Chance for Progress Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Scott Barlow (President).
What does A Chance for Progress Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and health.