Digs Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Digs Foundation is a private foundation in Chatham, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $79,877 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $15,000. 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$79,877
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees9%
Giving in 2024 was up from $70,377 the year before.
9% of its 2024 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 | $70,377 | 21 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $79,877 | 22 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
Digs 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 Digs Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Massachusetts. It also paid $1,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 13 | $59,877 |
| Louisiana | 4 | $9,500 |
| New York | 2 | $7,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cathedral High School Boston | To provide financial assistance to charitable organization | $15,000 |
| Campaign for Catholic Schools | To provide financial assistance to charitable organization | $14,000 |
| Landmark School | To provide financial assistance to charitable organization | $6,000 |
| Catholic Charities Archdiocese Boston | To provide financial assistance to charitable organization | $5,000 |
| College of the Holy Cross | To provide financial assistance to charitable organization | $5,000 |
| Hobart and William Smith Colleges | To provide financial assistance to charitable organization | $5,000 |
| Tulane University | To provide financial assistance to charitable organization | $5,000 |
| Nativity Preparatory School of Boston | To provide financial assistance to charitable organization | $3,000 |
| Boston College | To provide financial assistance to charitable organization | $2,500 |
| Cardinal Cushing Center School | To provide financial assistance to charitable organization | $2,500 |
| Dominican Sisters of Peace | To provide financial assistance to charitable organization | $2,500 |
| Habitat for Humanity - Cape Cod | To provide financial assistance to charitable organization | $2,500 |
| Maryknoll Sisters | To provide financial assistance to charitable organization | $2,500 |
| Thayer Academy | To provide financial assistance to charitable organization | $1,877 |
| Cafe Reconcile | To provide financial assistance to charitable organization | $1,000 |
| For The Kid | To provide financial assistance to charitable organization | $1,000 |
| Greater Boston Food Bank | To provide financial assistance to charitable organization | $1,000 |
| Hingham Historical Society | To provide financial assistance to charitable organization | $1,000 |
| Imagine Family Recovery | To provide financial assistance to charitable organization | $1,000 |
| Mission 34 | To provide financial assistance to charitable organization | $1,000 |
| Northwestern University | To provide financial assistance to charitable organization | $1,000 |
| Pingree School | To provide financial assistance to charitable organization | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Maryann Shafter
- Andy Shafter
Questions people ask
Does Digs Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Digs Foundation give?
$79,877 in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Digs Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Maryann Shafter (Treasurer/Trustee) and Andy Shafter (President/Clerk/Trustee).
What does Digs Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.