Black Mountain Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Black Mountain Foundation is a private foundation in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $32,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $3,500 and the largest $20,000. 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$32,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$3,500
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2024 was down from $100,000 the year before.
80% of its 2024 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 | $100,000 | 2 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $32,000 | 5 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
Black Mountain 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 Black Mountain Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 4 | $27,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cotting School | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Putney Mountain Association | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Epiphany School Inc | Unrestricted | $3,500 |
| Friends of the Lobkowicz Collection | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Emerald Necklace Conservancy | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joan I Thorndike
- William N Thorndike Jr
- Alexander L Thorndike
Questions people ask
Does Black Mountain Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Black Mountain Foundation give?
$32,000 in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $3,500.
Who runs Black Mountain Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Joan I Thorndike (Trustee), William N Thorndike Jr (Trustee) and Alexander L Thorndike (Trustee).
What does Black Mountain Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.