George Harrington Trust UW
Accepts applications
George Harrington Trust UW is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $177,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $50,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$177,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$4.4 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2024 was up from $175,000 the year before.
11% 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 | $175,000 | 9 | $4.3 million |
| 2024 | $177,000 | 9 | $4.4 million |
How to apply
| Contact | John M Cornish Trustee c/o Choate Hall Stewart LLP Two, International Place, Boston, MA 02110 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (617) 248-5028 |
| What to submit | Contact Choate, Hall & Stewart for application. Application must include a brief history of the organization. Applicant must must supply a description of their project, the need for the project and describe their capability to complete the project. Questions to consider: What will be accomplished? Does it have a reasonable assurance of success? How does it seek to "break new ground"? If other funds are required, will the project be started before the balance is in hand? What criteria will be used to measure success? Applicant should also attach: 1) List of Board of Directors; 2) List of the five highest paid staff members; including salaries; 3) List of sources providing general operating funding; 4) List of sources providing funding for this particular project; 5) Detailed project budget; 6) Most recent financial statement; 7) Resume of person overseeing project; 8) Applicant's IRS exemption letter. |
What George Harrington Trust UW funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 9 | $177,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Samaritans Inc | General Purpose | $50,000 |
| Hopewell Inc | General Purpose | $30,000 |
| Association for Autism and Neurodiversity | General Purpose | $20,000 |
| Families for Depression Awareness | General Purpose | $20,000 |
| Walker Inc | General Purpose | $20,000 |
| Self Esteem Boston Educational Institute Inc | General Purpose | $10,000 |
| The Carroll Center for the Blind | General Purpose | $10,000 |
| Wildflower Inc | General Purpose | $10,000 |
| Cambridge Camping Association | General Purpose | $7,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John M Cornish
- Elizabeth Chamberlain
Questions people ask
Does George Harrington Trust UW accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does George Harrington Trust UW give?
$177,000 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs George Harrington Trust UW?
Its 2024 filing lists John M Cornish (Trustee) and Elizabeth Chamberlain (Trustee (start 11/2024)).
What does George Harrington Trust UW fund?
Based on its grants, mainly disability.