French Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
French Family Foundation is a private foundation in N Billerica, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $79,736 in 32 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $11,940. 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$79,736
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$11,940
- Assets$112,327
- New grantees53%
Giving in 2024 was up from $72,915 the year before.
53% of its 2024 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 | $72,915 | 30 | $117,347 |
| 2024 | $79,736 | 32 | $112,327 |
How to apply
French 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 French Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 25 | $49,921 |
| Florida | 2 | $12,940 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $8,120 |
| Colorado | 1 | $4,255 |
| Illinois | 1 | $3,000 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Meals of Hope | General support | $11,940 |
| Ace of Greater Boston | General support | $10,000 |
| Heading Home Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Melanoma Research Foundation | General support | $8,120 |
| Boston Children's Hospital | General support | $5,000 |
| Haley & Aldrich Inc Golf Tournament (Children's Hospital) | General support | $5,000 |
| Cornerstone Productions LTD | General support | $4,255 |
| Muscular Dystrophy Found | General support | $3,000 |
| Billerica Scholarship | General support | $2,500 |
| Building Pathways | General support | $2,500 |
| The Foundation for Marisol Journey (The Marisol Foundation) | General support | $2,500 |
| Wenworth Institute of Technolo Institute Advancement Relation | General support | $2,500 |
| Catherine J Malatesta Foundation | General support | $1,500 |
| Construction Inclusion Week | Program support | $1,500 |
| American Legion Riders 101 | General support | $1,250 |
| Dimeo Construction | Charity tournament sponsor | $1,000 |
| Ebc of New England Inc | General support | $1,000 |
| Ryco Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
| Sean Elmore Memorial Fund | General support | $1,000 |
| Gear Jammer Magazine | Program support - doug flute jr foundation fundraiser | $500 |
| Helping Hands Foundation | General support | $500 |
| St Therese of Lisieux RC Church | General support | $500 |
| Table of Plenty Chelmsford | General support | $500 |
| Yankee Doodle Homecoming | General support | $340 |
| Pan Mass Challenge | General support | $308 |
| Falmouth Road Race | General support | $273 |
| Junie's Place Inc | General support | $250 |
| The Adam Bullen Foundation | General support | $250 |
| Veterans of Foreign Wars | General support | $250 |
| Belmont Youth Activities and Dare | General support | $200 |
| Billerica Holiday Festival Committee | General support | $200 |
| Winchendon Springs Lake | General support | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Jessica French Goyette
- Lisa French Kelley
- William L French Jr
- Thomas Dion
Questions people ask
Does French Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does French Family Foundation give?
$79,736 in tax year 2024, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs French Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jessica French Goyette (President), Lisa French Kelley (Treasurer), William L French Jr (Secretary) and Thomas Dion (Assistant Secretary).
What does French Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, health and veterans.