Elizabeth Whittemore Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Elizabeth Whittemore Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Fitchburg, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $291,890 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $29,189 and the largest $145,945. 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$291,890
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$29,189
- Largest grant$145,945
- Assets$6.5 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $267,100 the year before.
0% 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 | $279,200 | 6 | $5.5 million |
| 2024 | $267,100 | 6 | $6.0 million |
| 2025 | $291,890 | 6 | $6.5 million |
How to apply
Elizabeth Whittemore Charitable Trust 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 Whittemore Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 5 | $262,701 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $29,189 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| YMCA of Central Massachusetts | Unrestricted | $145,945 |
| Christ Episcopal Church | Unrestricted | $29,189 |
| Crotched Mountain Foundation | Unrestricted | $29,189 |
| Rollstone Congregational Church | Unrestricted | $29,189 |
| The Salvation Army | Unrestricted | $29,189 |
| United Way of North Central Ma | Unrestricted | $29,189 |
Officers and trustees
- David G Southcotte Sr
- Elisha W Erb
Questions people ask
Does Elizabeth Whittemore Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Elizabeth Whittemore Charitable Trust give?
$291,890 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $29,189.
Who runs Elizabeth Whittemore Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists David G Southcotte Sr (Trustee) and Elisha W Erb (Trustee).
What does Elizabeth Whittemore Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and human services.