Boston Center for Blind Children Inc
Preselected recipients only
Boston Center for Blind Children Inc is a private foundation in Spencer, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $249,650 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $45,000. 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$249,650
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$45,000
- Assets$5.6 million
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2025 was up from $230,600 the year before.
7% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $222,109 | 14 | $4.9 million |
| 2024 | $230,600 | 14 | $5.2 million |
| 2025 | $249,650 | 14 | $5.6 million |
How to apply
Boston Center for Blind Children 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 Boston Center for Blind Children Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 11 | $219,650 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $20,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Perkins School for the Blind | Cash grant for operations | $45,000 |
| Assn of Blind Citizens | Cash grant for operations | $33,000 |
| Carrol Center for the Blind | Cash grant for operations | $30,000 |
| National Braille Press | Cash grant for operations | $25,000 |
| Wheelock Family Theater | Cash grant for operations | $20,000 |
| Polus Center | Cash grant for operations | $20,000 |
| Lowell Assn for the Blind | Cash grant for operations | $15,000 |
| The Seeing Eye Inc | Cash grant for operations | $15,000 |
| Mass Audubon Society | Cash grant for operations | $13,050 |
| Guiding Eyes for the Blind | Cash grant for operations | $10,000 |
| Adaptive Sport of New England | Cash grant for operations | $10,000 |
| Learning Ally | Cash grant for operations | $5,000 |
| Community Rowing | Cash grant for operations | $5,000 |
| Museum of Science | Cash grant for operations | $3,600 |
Officers and trustees
- William G McDevitt III
- Anne V McBride
- Caroline B Grady
- Todd Grady
- Marilyn Novich
- Marianne Riggio
Questions people ask
Does Boston Center for Blind Children Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Boston Center for Blind Children Inc give?
$249,650 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Boston Center for Blind Children Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists William G McDevitt III (President), Anne V McBride (Treasurer), Caroline B Grady (Secretary) and Todd Grady (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Boston Center for Blind Children Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly disability, education and arts and culture.