F E & A R Barstow Charitable Tr
Preselected recipients only
F E & A R Barstow Charitable Tr is a private foundation in Sherborn, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $4.3 million in 3 grants; the typical grant was $615,993 and the largest $3.7 million. 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$4.3 million
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$615,993
- Largest grant$3.7 million
- Assets$0
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $60,000 the year before.
50% 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 | $300,000 | 2 | $4.4 million |
| 2024 | $60,000 | 1 | $4.4 million |
| 2025 | $4.3 million | 3 | $0 |
How to apply
F E & A R Barstow Charitable Tr 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What F E & A R Barstow Charitable Tr funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 2 | $4.3 million |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $60,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund | Unrestricted grant of remaining common stock assets | $3.7 million |
| Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund | Unrestricted cash grants for eventual distribution to other public charities | $615,993 |
| Pro Arte Chamber Orchestra of Boston | Unrestricted | $60,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John C Barstow
- Thomas R Barstow
- James F Barstow
Questions people ask
Does F E & A R Barstow Charitable Tr accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does F E & A R Barstow Charitable Tr give?
$4.3 million in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $615,993.
Who runs F E & A R Barstow Charitable Tr?
Its 2025 filing lists John C Barstow (Trustee), Thomas R Barstow (Trustee) and James F Barstow (Trustee).
What does F E & A R Barstow Charitable Tr fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.