Josephine and Bernard Wilkinson US Fdn Linda S Kennedy Dalby
Preselected recipients only
Josephine and Bernard Wilkinson US Fdn Linda S Kennedy Dalby is a private foundation in Woburn, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $451,000 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$451,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$13.0 million
- New grantees68%
Giving in 2025 was up from $269,500 the year before.
68% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $238,000 | 15 | $6.6 million |
| 2024 | $269,500 | 10 | $6.8 million |
| 2025 | $451,000 | 19 | $13.0 million |
How to apply
Josephine and Bernard Wilkinson US Fdn Linda S Kennedy Dalby 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 Josephine and Bernard Wilkinson US Fdn Linda S Kennedy Dalby funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 10 | $171,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $120,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $75,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $50,000 |
| California | 4 | $20,000 |
| New York | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sjogrens Foundation | Research | $100,000 |
| Asher House | Services | $75,000 |
| Dana Farber | Research | $53,000 |
| Susan G Komen | Research | $50,000 |
| Spaulding Rehab | Services | $30,000 |
| Mass General Hospital | Research | $25,000 |
| The ALS Association | Research | $20,000 |
| Alzheimers Disease Research | Research | $20,000 |
| The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | Research | $15,000 |
| Perkins School for the Blind | Services | $10,000 |
| The Boston House | Services | $10,000 |
| The Athenaeum | Services | $10,000 |
| Wellness Warrior | Services | $5,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Lawrence | Services | $5,000 |
| The Animal Pad | Services | $5,000 |
| Second Chance Dog Rescue | Services | $5,000 |
| Pioneer Ocean View United Church | Services | $5,000 |
| Kiku Gardens Inc | Services | $5,000 |
| All Court Enrichment Ace | Reserach | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Linda S Kennedy Dalby
- Michael Charland
- David Summers
Questions people ask
Does Josephine and Bernard Wilkinson US Fdn Linda S Kennedy Dalby accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Josephine and Bernard Wilkinson US Fdn Linda S Kennedy Dalby give?
$451,000 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Josephine and Bernard Wilkinson US Fdn Linda S Kennedy Dalby?
Its 2025 filing lists Linda S Kennedy Dalby (Trustee), Michael Charland (Trustee) and David Summers (Trustee).
What does Josephine and Bernard Wilkinson US Fdn Linda S Kennedy Dalby fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research, health and animals.