Larsson Danforth Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Larsson Danforth Family Foundation is a private foundation in Mattapoisett, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $40,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $5,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$40,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2024 was down from $61,500 the year before.
36% of its 2024 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 | $61,500 | 12 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $40,000 | 12 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
Larsson Danforth Family 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 Larsson Danforth Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 6 | $18,000 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $13,000 |
| Montana | 2 | $5,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Common Sense Media | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Marion Institute | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| The New Bedford Light | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| 2nd Stage Theatre | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Buzzards Bay Coalition | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Buzzards Bay Coalition | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Ensemble Studio Theater | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Manhattan Theater Club 1211 | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| MCC Theatre | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Public Theatre the | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Central Park Conservancy | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Montana Land Reliance | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Carlene B Larsson Trustee
- Trygg L Danforth Trustee
Questions people ask
Does Larsson Danforth Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Larsson Danforth Family Foundation give?
$40,000 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Larsson Danforth Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Carlene B Larsson Trustee (Trustee) and Trygg L Danforth Trustee (Trustee).
What does Larsson Danforth Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.