John P Laucus Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John P Laucus Foundation is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $36,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $4,500. 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$36,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$4,500
- Assets$345,541
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2025 was up from $28,500 the year before.
23% 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 | $23,000 | 9 | $343,905 |
| 2024 | $28,500 | 10 | $344,610 |
| 2025 | $36,000 | 13 | $345,541 |
How to apply
John P Laucus 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 John P Laucus Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 6 | $17,000 |
| New Hampshire | 3 | $7,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $3,500 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $3,500 |
| New York | 1 | $2,500 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gafney Library | Literacy program | $4,500 |
| Jewish Family and Children's Service | Chai literacy foundation | $4,500 |
| Haitian Project | General support | $3,500 |
| Simon of Cyrene Society | General support | $3,500 |
| Thames River Community Service | General support | $3,500 |
| Julie's Family Learning Program | General support | $3,000 |
| Brooklyn Book Festival | General support | $2,500 |
| East End House | General support | $2,500 |
| Rosie's Place | General support | $2,500 |
| Trenton Area Soup Kitchen | General support | $2,000 |
| Believe in Books Literacy Foundation | General support | $1,500 |
| New Hampshire Food Bank | General support | $1,500 |
| Wakefield Food Pantry | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lawrence B Cohen
- Richard E Desroches
- Jeffrey A Bloom
- Stephanie A Bruno
- Catherine M Desroches
- David D Desroches
- Judith C Desroches
- Susanne E Desroches
Questions people ask
Does John P Laucus Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John P Laucus Foundation give?
$36,000 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs John P Laucus Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lawrence B Cohen (Trustee), Richard E Desroches (Trustee), Jeffrey A Bloom (Trustee) and Stephanie A Bruno (Trustee) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does John P Laucus Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and food and hunger.