Donovan Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Donovan Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wellesley, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $175,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$175,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$86,405
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.3 million the year before.
63% 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 | $297,500 | 13 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 3 | $258,300 |
| 2025 | $175,000 | 8 | $86,405 |
How to apply
Donovan 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 Donovan Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 8 | $175,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Catholic Schools Foundation | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Cheverus Catholic School | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Francis Ouimet Caddie Scholarship Fund Inc | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Samaritans Inc | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| St Marks School | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Xaverian Brothers High School | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Mission Grammar School | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Malden Catholic High School | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James R Donovan
- Beverly A Donovan
- James P Donovan
- Thidie Delaine Donovan
- Michael R Donovan
- Karen M Donovan
Questions people ask
Does Donovan Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Donovan Family Foundation give?
$175,000 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Donovan Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James R Donovan (Trustee), Beverly A Donovan (Trustee), James P Donovan (Trustee) and Thidie Delaine Donovan (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Donovan Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.