Allison Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Allison Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Belmont, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $72,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $37,000. 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$72,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$37,000
- Assets$2.8 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2024 was down from $170,025 the year before.
27% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $170,025 | 20 | $2.8 million |
| 2024 | $72,000 | 11 | $2.8 million |
How to apply
Allison Family 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 Allison Family Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 6 | $68,000 |
| New York | 3 | $2,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New England Wildlife Ctr | General | $37,000 |
| Ma Fiscal Alliance Fund | General | $23,500 |
| Handel & Hayden Society | General | $5,000 |
| Marshall Fund | General | $1,000 |
| Council on Foreign Relations | General | $1,000 |
| Davidson College | General | $1,000 |
| Trilateral Commission | General | $1,000 |
| New Skete Monasteries | General | $1,000 |
| Aspen Animal Shelter | General | $500 |
| Belmont Day School | General | $500 |
| Casey to the Rescue | General | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Graham Allison Jr
- Elisabeth Allison
Questions people ask
Does Allison Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Allison Family Charitable Foundation give?
$72,000 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Allison Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Graham Allison Jr (Co-Trustee) and Elisabeth Allison (Co-Trustee).
What does Allison Family Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.