Elizabeth T Fessenden Charitable Fdn
Preselected recipients only
Elizabeth T Fessenden Charitable Fdn is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $155,000 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 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$155,000
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$3.0 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $660,000 the year before.
0% 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 | $660,000 | 27 | $3.0 million |
| 2024 | $155,000 | 18 | $3.0 million |
How to apply
Elizabeth T Fessenden Charitable Fdn 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 Elizabeth T Fessenden Charitable Fdn funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 18 | $155,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Servings | General funds | $15,000 |
| Gore Place Society | General funds | $15,000 |
| West Roxbury YMCA | General funds | $15,000 |
| 152 Commonwealth Foundation | General funds | $10,000 |
| Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center | General funds | $10,000 |
| Boston Symphony Orchestra Inc | General funds | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts General Hospital | General funds | $10,000 |
| Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital | General funds | $10,000 |
| The Trustees of Reservations | General funds | $10,000 |
| WGBH | General funds | $10,000 |
| Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University | General funds | $5,000 |
| Emerald Necklace Conservancy | General funds | $5,000 |
| Museum of Fine Arts | General funds | $5,000 |
| North Bennet Street School | General funds | $5,000 |
| Perkins School for the Blind | General funds | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts | General funds | $5,000 |
| Tower Hill Botanical Garden | General funds | $5,000 |
| Vna of Boston | General funds | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John F Francinisee Statement
- Louise C Riemer
- Thomas B Moore
- Louise C Riemer II
- Elizabeth Reece
Questions people ask
Does Elizabeth T Fessenden Charitable Fdn accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Elizabeth T Fessenden Charitable Fdn give?
$155,000 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Elizabeth T Fessenden Charitable Fdn?
Its 2024 filing lists John F Francinisee Statement (Part-Time Trustee), Louise C Riemer (Part-Time Trustee), Thomas B Moore (Part-Time Trustee) and Louise C Riemer II (Part-Time Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Elizabeth T Fessenden Charitable Fdn fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and environment and conservation.