Ironwood Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ironwood Foundation is a private foundation in Groton, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $72,500 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $60,000. 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$72,500
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$127,243
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was down from $320,000 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 | $320,000 | 6 | $199,733 |
| 2024 | $72,500 | 3 | $127,243 |
How to apply
Ironwood 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 Ironwood Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 1 | $60,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Trivium School | Support the school inteaching a rigorous courseof pre-liberal arts disciplines. | $60,000 |
| Thomas Aquinas College | Support college in providinga liberal education underthe catholic faith | $10,000 |
| Cardinal Kung Academy | Support college in providinga classical liberal arts educationin the classical catholic faith | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- John J Guinee
- Gregory M Guinee
Questions people ask
Does Ironwood Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ironwood Foundation give?
$72,500 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Ironwood Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John J Guinee (Trustee) and Gregory M Guinee (Trustee).
What does Ironwood Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and faith communities.