Blair Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Blair Family Foundation is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $251,176 in 32 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$251,176
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$5.7 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was down from $521,750 the year before.
25% 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 | $521,750 | 34 | $3.9 million |
| 2024 | $251,176 | 32 | $5.7 million |
How to apply
Blair 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 Blair Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 15 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 18 | $155,112 |
| Georgia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $5,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $5,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,564 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $2,500 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Habitat for Humanity International | General | $50,000 |
| Hingham Congregational Church | General | $40,250 |
| Cardinal Cushing Centers | General | $17,500 |
| Well Spring Multi Service Center | General | $15,275 |
| Rosie's Place | General | $15,000 |
| Andover Newton Seminary | General | $10,000 |
| Cure Sma | General | $10,000 |
| Dover VII Associates LP Distribution | General | $10,000 |
| Father Bill's Mainspring | General | $10,000 |
| Home Start Inc | General | $10,000 |
| Sam Elimu Charity | General | $10,000 |
| Year Up | General | $10,000 |
| Multiple Sclerosis Association of America | General | $5,000 |
| National Pku Alliance | General | $5,000 |
| United Church of Christ | General | $5,000 |
| University of New Hampshire Foundation | General | $5,000 |
| US Foundation for the Children of Haiti | General | $5,000 |
| FCG | General | $2,564 |
| Save the Children | General | $2,500 |
| Dove Inc | General | $1,550 |
| School on Wheels of Massachusetts | General | $1,037 |
| Caritas Communities | Genral | $1,000 |
| Champlain College | General | $1,000 |
| Denison University | General | $1,000 |
| Naples United Church of Christ | General | $1,000 |
| Pine Street Inn | General | $1,000 |
| Proctor Academy | General | $1,000 |
| Southern NE Conference (Sneucc) | General | $1,000 |
| The Trevor Project | General | $1,000 |
| University of Colorado | General | $1,000 |
| Vermont Academy | General | $1,000 |
| New England Village | General | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Bryce Blair
- Kathi Blair
Questions people ask
Does Blair Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Blair Family Foundation give?
$251,176 in tax year 2024, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Blair Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Bryce Blair (Trustee) and Kathi Blair (Trustee).
What does Blair Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, faith communities and education.