Butcher Family Fund
Preselected recipients only
Butcher Family Fund is a private foundation in Concord, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $200,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$200,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$59,366
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $12,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $12,000 | 4 | $194,296 |
| 2024 | $12,000 | 2 | $240,257 |
| 2025 | $200,000 | 2 | $59,366 |
How to apply
Butcher Family Fund 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 Butcher Family Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 1 | $100,000 |
| New York | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Empowering youth democracy through community based | $100,000 |
| The Telling Room | Empower youth voices through writing programs | $100,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Amy Butcher
- Lena Eberhart
- Maura Clarke
- Gretchen Cherington
Questions people ask
Does Butcher Family Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Butcher Family Fund give?
$200,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs Butcher Family Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Amy Butcher (Trustee), Lena Eberhart (Trustee), Maura Clarke (Trustee) and Gretchen Cherington (Trustee).
What does Butcher Family Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.