Kessler-Sachs Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kessler-Sachs Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Holliston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $33,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$33,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$727,721
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2025 was down from $45,537 the year before.
10% 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 | $50,000 | 15 | $555,077 |
| 2024 | $45,537 | 12 | $638,972 |
| 2025 | $33,000 | 10 | $727,721 |
How to apply
Kessler-Sachs Charitable 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 Kessler-Sachs Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 2 | $17,000 |
| New York | 4 | $8,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $4,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Civil Liberties Union | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Arts for All | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Childrens Cancer Center | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Doctors Withot Borders | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Kadampa Mediation Center | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Martha's Kayak Inc | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| St Judes Childrens Hospital | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| The Ellen Hermanson Fdn | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| The Louis D Brown Peace Institute | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Brian G Brown
- Norma Sachs Kessler
- Sharona Sachs
Questions people ask
Does Kessler-Sachs Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kessler-Sachs Charitable Foundation give?
$33,000 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Kessler-Sachs Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Brian G Brown (Controller), Norma Sachs Kessler (Trustee) and Sharona Sachs (Trustee).
What does Kessler-Sachs Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and youth programs.