John E Somers Trust 1264001
Preselected recipients only
John E Somers Trust 1264001 is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $98,389 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $19,678 and the largest $29,516. 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$98,389
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$19,678
- Largest grant$29,516
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $21,398 the year before.
0% of its 2025 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 | $45,430 | 4 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $21,398 | 5 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $98,389 | 5 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
John E Somers Trust 1264001 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.
Where it gives
All of its US grants went to recipients in Massachusetts. It also paid $9,839 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 4 | $88,550 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Vincent de Paul Society St Johns Chur | For organization's general | $29,516 |
| St Pauls Conference | For organization's general | $19,678 |
| Youville Life Care | For organization's general | $19,678 |
| St Vincent de Paul Society | For organization's general | $19,678 |
| St Ninian's Cathedral | For organization's general | $9,839 |
Officers and trustees
- Eastern Bank
Questions people ask
Does John E Somers Trust 1264001 accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John E Somers Trust 1264001 give?
$98,389 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $19,678.
Who runs John E Somers Trust 1264001?
Its 2025 filing lists Eastern Bank (Trustee).