Harry & Maggie van Sciver Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Harry & Maggie van Sciver Foundation is a private foundation in Marstons Mills, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $19,777 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $1,590 and the largest $6,050. 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$19,777
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$1,590
- Largest grant$6,050
- Assets$182,853
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was down from $222,462 the year before.
25% 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 | $23,805 | 12 | $336,291 |
| 2024 | $222,462 | 10 | $148,128 |
| 2025 | $19,777 | 8 | $182,853 |
How to apply
Harry & Maggie van Sciver 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 Harry & Maggie van Sciver Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 7 | $15,480 |
| New York | 1 | $4,297 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cotuit Center for the Arts | Charity | $6,050 |
| Cape Cod Healthcare Foundation | Charity | $5,000 |
| Broadway Cares Equity Fights AIDS | Charity | $4,297 |
| Cape Cod Academy | Charity | $2,500 |
| Heritage Museum & Gardens | Charity | $680 |
| Independence House | Charity | $500 |
| Cape Cod Speakers Series | Charity | $500 |
| Cape Syphony Orchestra | Charity | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Sarah Melnick
- Gregory R Greenfield
- Margaret G van Sciver
Questions people ask
Does Harry & Maggie van Sciver Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Harry & Maggie van Sciver Foundation give?
$19,777 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $1,590.
Who runs Harry & Maggie van Sciver Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Sarah Melnick (Trustee), Gregory R Greenfield (Trustee) and Margaret G van Sciver (Trustee).
What does Harry & Maggie van Sciver Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and arts and culture.