Glass Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Glass Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Springfield, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.0 million in 16 grants; the typical grant was $37,500 and the largest $300,000. 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$1.0 million
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$37,500
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$19.2 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2024 was up from $937,000 the year before.
31% of its 2024 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 | $937,000 | 15 | $17.5 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 16 | $19.2 million |
How to apply
Glass 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.
What Glass Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 6 | $445,000 |
| New York | 3 | $220,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $157,000 |
| California | 2 | $60,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $60,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $50,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wyndham Land Trust | General use | $300,000 |
| American Friends of Magen David Adom | General use | $200,000 |
| Thompson Ecumenical Empowerment Group | General use | $157,000 |
| Blessings in A Backpack | General use | $50,000 |
| Food Bank of the Rockies | General use | $50,000 |
| Massachusetts General Hospital | General use | $50,000 |
| Northampton Survival Center | General use | $50,000 |
| Cedars Sinai Neurology | Noncash donation for use by the organization | $50,000 |
| Cure Alzheimer's Fund | General use | $25,000 |
| Abby's House | General use | $10,000 |
| ACLU Foundation | General use | $10,000 |
| National Resources Defense Council | General use | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America | General use | $10,000 |
| University of Colorado Foundation | General use | $10,000 |
| Worcester Animal Rescue League | General use | $10,000 |
| The Trevor Project | General use | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeffrey D Glass
- Dale St Lawrence
Questions people ask
Does Glass Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Glass Charitable Foundation give?
$1.0 million in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $37,500.
Who runs Glass Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jeffrey D Glass (Trustee) and Dale St Lawrence (Trustee).
What does Glass Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.