Luck Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Luck Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Falmouth, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $39,097 in 42 grants; the typical grant was $470 and the largest $7,700. 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$39,097
- Number of grants42
- Typical grant$470
- Largest grant$7,700
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees45%
Giving in 2025 was down from $62,599 the year before.
45% 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 | $83,730 | 51 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $62,599 | 43 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $39,097 | 42 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
Luck Charitable Trust 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 Luck Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 15 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 17 | $13,785 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $8,200 |
| Arkansas | 7 | $4,445 |
| Illinois | 1 | $3,500 |
| California | 1 | $2,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $2,000 |
| New York | 5 | $1,723 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $1,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $550 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Accessport America | Operating funds | $7,700 |
| Groton Hill Music | Operating funds | $3,500 |
| Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church | Operating funds | $3,500 |
| Lowell Makes | Operating funds | $2,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Operating funds | $2,000 |
| Pledgling Foundation | Operating funds | $2,000 |
| Love 146 | Operating funds | $2,000 |
| Tenacre Country Day School | Operating funds | $2,000 |
| Falmouth Road Race | Operating funds | $1,725 |
| Abc Children's Homes | Operating funds | $1,250 |
| Northeastern University | Operating funds | $1,000 |
| Convoy of Hope | Operating funds | $1,000 |
| The Fessenden School | Operating funds | $1,000 |
| Radiant Church | Operating funds | $1,000 |
| Joy US Foundation | Operating funds | $664 |
| St Jude Childrens Research Hospital | Operating funds | $550 |
| Union College | Operating funds | $500 |
| Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy | Operating funds | $500 |
| New England Aquarium | Operating funds | $500 |
| Acton TV | Operating funds | $500 |
| Miracle League of Massachusetts | Operating funds | $500 |
| Heifer International | Operating funds | $440 |
| The Strong Museum | Operating funds | $259 |
| University of Arkansas Foundation | Operating funds | $250 |
| March of Dimes | Operating funds | $250 |
| Museum of Science | Operating funds | $235 |
| Young Life | Operating funds | $225 |
| Museum of Discovery | Operating funds | $205 |
| National Ovarian Cancer Coalition | Operating funds | $200 |
| Saltlickincubater | Operating funds | $200 |
| Arkansas Baptist Children's and Family Ministries | Operating funds | $200 |
| St John Fisher College | Operating funds | $200 |
| Massachusetts General Hospital | Operating funds | $200 |
| The Most | Operating funds | $119 |
| Winter Walk | Operating funds | $100 |
| Nashoba Brooks School | Operating funds | $100 |
| Upstate Foundation | Operating funds | $100 |
| Falmouth Band | Operating funds | $100 |
| Doli Atamian Campership Program | Operating funds | $100 |
| The Learning Center of Northeast Arkansas Inc | Operating funds | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Rebecca J Scheier
- Jennifer J Medford
Questions people ask
Does Luck Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Luck Charitable Trust give?
$39,097 in tax year 2025, across 42 grants, with a typical grant of $470.
Who runs Luck Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Rebecca J Scheier (Co-Trustee) and Jennifer J Medford (Co-Trustee).
What does Luck Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.