Helgeson Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Helgeson Family Foundation is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $411,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $55,500 and the largest $125,000. 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$411,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$55,500
- Largest grant$125,000
- Assets$4.9 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $307,100 the year before.
33% 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 | $307,100 | 8 | $4.9 million |
| 2024 | $411,000 | 6 | $4.9 million |
How to apply
Helgeson 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 Helgeson Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 5 | $311,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nantucket Partnership for Children | Unrestricted support of organization's exempt purpose | $125,000 |
| Blueforce Strategies Inc | Unrestricted support of organization's exempt purpose | $100,000 |
| Nantucket Boys & Girls Club | Unrestricted support of organization's exempt purpose | $61,000 |
| Dexter Southfield School | Unrestricted support of organization's exempt purpose | $50,000 |
| Massachusetts General Hospital | Unrestricted support of organization's exempt purpose | $50,000 |
| Nantucket Resource Partnership | Unrestricted support of organization's exempt purpose | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Henry Helgeson
- Savanah Helgeson
Questions people ask
Does Helgeson Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Helgeson Family Foundation give?
$411,000 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $55,500.
Who runs Helgeson Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Henry Helgeson (Trustee) and Savanah Helgeson (Trustee).
What does Helgeson Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.