Biber Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Biber Foundation is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $230,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $60,000. 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$230,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$6.4 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2025 was down from $335,000 the year before.
43% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $400,000 | 8 | $6.7 million |
| 2024 | $335,000 | 7 | $6.4 million |
| 2025 | $230,000 | 7 | $6.4 million |
How to apply
Biber 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New Hampshire.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Hampshire | 6 | $210,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Gafney Library | General charitable purposes | $60,000 |
| Life Ministries | Support current programs | $50,000 |
| Granite State Adaptive | General charitable purposes | $45,000 |
| Lakes Region Humane Society | Support current program | $25,000 |
| End 68 Hours of Hunger | Support current program | $20,000 |
| Youth Enrichment Services Inc | Support current program | $20,000 |
| Audubon Society of New Hampshire | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James M Halepis
- W Alan Harding
- Susan L Abbott
Questions people ask
Does Biber Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Biber Foundation give?
$230,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Biber Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James M Halepis (Co-Trustee), W Alan Harding (Co-Trustee) and Susan L Abbott (Co-Trustee).