Fairbanks Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Fairbanks Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Williamstown, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $570,000 in 32 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $150,000. 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$570,000
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$10.6 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was up from $422,000 the year before.
22% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $642,300 | 26 | $0 |
| 2024 | $422,000 | 28 | $9.7 million |
| 2025 | $570,000 | 32 | $10.6 million |
How to apply
Fairbanks Family Charitable 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Fairbanks Family Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 21 | $519,000 |
| New York | 4 | $21,000 |
| Vermont | 4 | $16,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $10,000 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Susan B Anthony Museum | Operating assistance | $150,000 |
| McLa Foundation | Operating assistance | $105,000 |
| Clark Art Institute | Operating assistance | $100,000 |
| Pine Cobble School | Operations & endowment | $50,000 |
| Individual | Operating assistance | $30,000 |
| Dartmouth College | Operating assistance | $10,000 |
| Williamstown Community Chest | Operating assistance | $10,000 |
| Miss Halls School | Operating assistance | $10,000 |
| Darrow School | Operating assistance | $10,000 |
| Individual | Operating assistance | $10,000 |
| Cambridge Camping Assn | Operating assistance | $10,000 |
| Worcester Polytechnic Institute | Operating assistance | $10,000 |
| Individual | Operating assistance | $8,000 |
| Barrington Stage Company | Operations & capital | $5,000 |
| Milne Public Library | Operating assistance | $5,000 |
| Middlebury College | Operating assistance | $5,000 |
| Williamstown Theater Festival | Operating assistance | $5,000 |
| St Lawrence Univeristy | Operating assistance | $5,000 |
| Individual | Operating assistance | $5,000 |
| North Adams Regional Hospital | Operating assistance | $5,000 |
| Canterbury School | Operating assistance | $3,000 |
| Environmental Clearing House | Operating assistance | $3,000 |
| Friends of Kayaderosseras | Operating assistance | $3,000 |
| Nativity School of Worchester | Operating assistance | $2,500 |
| Individual | Operating assistance | $2,500 |
| Mad River Path Association | Operating assistance | $2,000 |
| Catamount Trail Association | Operating assistance | $1,000 |
| Westminster School | Operating assistance | $1,000 |
| Hoosic River Watershed Association | Operating assistance | $1,000 |
| Roots Teen Center | Operating assistance | $1,000 |
| Berkshire Arts Center | Operating assistance | $1,000 |
| Berkshire Dance Theater | Operating assistance | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan Briggs
- James Briggs
Questions people ask
Does Fairbanks Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Fairbanks Family Charitable Foundation give?
$570,000 in tax year 2025, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Fairbanks Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Susan Briggs (Trustee) and James Briggs (Trustee).
What does Fairbanks Family Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and environment and conservation.