Joseph Perini Memorial Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Joseph Perini Memorial Foundation is a private foundation in Framingham, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $123,650 in 31 grants; the typical grant was $4,800 and the largest $8,000. 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$123,650
- Number of grants31
- Typical grant$4,800
- Largest grant$8,000
- Assets$2.7 million
- New grantees16%
Giving in 2025 was up from $119,900 the year before.
16% 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 | $109,100 | 30 | $2.4 million |
| 2024 | $119,900 | 33 | $2.5 million |
| 2025 | $123,650 | 31 | $2.7 million |
How to apply
Joseph Perini Memorial 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 Joseph Perini Memorial Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 26 | $99,050 |
| Georgia | 5 | $24,600 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New England Center for Homeless Veterans | General support | $8,000 |
| Women's Lunch Place | General support | $8,000 |
| Cape Cod Healthcare Foundation | General support | $6,400 |
| Rosie's Place | General support | $6,000 |
| A Place to Turn | General support | $5,500 |
| Friends of Callahan | General support | $5,500 |
| Natick Open Door | General support | $5,400 |
| Natick Service Council Inc | General support | $5,400 |
| Team Maggie for A Cure Inc | General support | $5,100 |
| The Drake House | General support | $5,100 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Michael Carter Lisnow Respite Center | General support | $5,000 |
| Tommy's Place Foundation Inc | General support | $5,000 |
| Windrush Farms | General support | $5,000 |
| Fannin County Empty Stocking Program | General support | $4,800 |
| Fannin County Family Connection | General support | $4,800 |
| Feed Fannin | General support | $4,800 |
| Franciscan Hospital for Children | General support | $4,000 |
| The Genesis Foundation | General support | $3,750 |
| Newton Wellesley Hospital Division of Palliative Care | General support | $3,000 |
| Massachusetts Military Support Foundation | General support | $2,500 |
| North Falmouth Elementary School PTO | General support | $2,500 |
| Carroll Center for the Blind | General support | $2,400 |
| The Genesis Foundation Golf Tournament | General support | $2,400 |
| Falmouth Youth Hockey | General support | $1,800 |
| Community Day Center of Waltham | General support | $1,600 |
| Cuttyhunk Historical Society | General support | $1,600 |
| North Falmouth Village Association | General support | $1,000 |
| St Joseph Guardian of the Holy Family | General support | $1,000 |
| Team Six Boosters | General support | $800 |
| Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund Walk | General support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph R Perini III
- Debora Rudzik
- Donna E Tannar
- Matthew Perini
Questions people ask
Does Joseph Perini Memorial Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Joseph Perini Memorial Foundation give?
$123,650 in tax year 2025, across 31 grants, with a typical grant of $4,800.
Who runs Joseph Perini Memorial Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joseph R Perini III (President), Debora Rudzik (Director), Donna E Tannar (Secretary/Treasurer) and Matthew Perini (Director).
What does Joseph Perini Memorial Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, veterans and youth programs.