Massachusetts Society of the Cincinnati
Preselected recipients only
Massachusetts Society of the Cincinnati is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $194,920 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $5,300 and the largest $42,500. 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$194,920
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$5,300
- Largest grant$42,500
- Assets$4.2 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was up from $152,065 the year before.
22% 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 | $174,000 | 29 | $3.8 million |
| 2024 | $152,065 | 30 | $4.2 million |
| 2025 | $194,920 | 22 | $4.2 million |
How to apply
Massachusetts Society of the Cincinnati 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Massachusetts Society of the Cincinnati funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 16 | $97,620 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $59,500 |
| Maine | 1 | $25,000 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $9,800 |
| New York | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Society of the Cincinnati | Public programs - evening lectures, lunch-time talks, battlefield tours, ah tours.master teachers - provides educators with high caliber professional development experience.library fellowships - support for the ellen mccallister and clark ma library fellowships.oliver read fund - ongoing ah staff development program.publicity - media buys to publicize ari activities.exhibition - funding support for 2026 exhibition: voices of revolution.teacher workshop - proposes having ari orchestrate a day long workshop in the boston-worcester corridor for the 26-27 school year for 20-25 teachers. | $42,500 |
| General Henry Knox Museum | Partial funding of the internship program. | $25,000 |
| Boston Anthenaeum | Developing a new exhibit, "re-reading the revolution." a large portion of the exhibit is directly related to our mission. Other topics such as lewis & clark, identity and inclusion, womens education, world war ii propaganda are oustide of our focus. Only masoc has been solicited. | $13,000 |
| Revolution 250 Coalition | Commemorate the 250th anniversary of the revolution. | $12,000 |
| Prescott Community Center | 15 plaques around groton and self guided audio tour showcasing the towns involvement in the revolution. Groton militia and soldiers played a significant role at bunker hill and beyond. | $10,950 |
| Concord Museum | Patriot day celebration, teacher training and resources tied to the commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the american revolution. | $10,100 |
| Society of the Cincinnati | Contribution for purchase of auctioned french document. | $10,000 |
| Battle Rhode Island Association | Fund continued development of website | $9,800 |
| Massachusetts Historical Society | Support teacher outreach and masoc fellowship. | $8,000 |
| Society of the Cincinnati | Contribution for purchase of auctioned french document. | $7,000 |
| Old North Illuminated | Reenactments and discussions specific to the revolution. | $5,500 |
| Massachusetts Council for Social Studies | Funding for historical sites | $5,100 |
| Commonwelath Museum | Funding school bus transportation for field trips to the museum. | $5,000 |
| Friends of Minute Man National Park | Stipends for 14 reinactors to attend a 2 day education program, gun powder, and royal artillery uniforms. Gunpowder is used in demonstrations all year, seen by park visitors and is the higher priority. The education program has been going on for years but this is the first year they asked for stipends. | $5,000 |
| Friends of Minute Man National Park | Stipends for 14 reinactors to attend a 2 day education program, gun powder, and royal artillery uniforms. Gunpowder is used in demonstrations all year, seen by park visitors and is the higher priority. The education program has been going on for years but this is the first year they asked for stipends. | $5,000 |
| Groton History Center | For an event celebrating the 320 people from groton who volunteered on the patriot side of the revolution. There is money for research into these people, for signs with their names and, income cases, biographies. There is also funding requested for the event along with furniture and supplies. | $4,770 |
| Historic New England (Soc for the Preservation of New England Antiquities) | Revolutionary era field trip and virtual experiences for grades 3-8. Focus on henry knox, evacuation day and meaning of freedom. | $4,000 |
| Freedom's Way Heritage Association | 6 to 8 community performances in summer 2026 - 40 minutes each with dialogue after - subject: declaration of independence "reimagined". | $3,500 |
| Mount Gulian Society | Expand and enhance marketing program for 4th and 7th grade public, private, and home-schooled children. | $3,000 |
| The Paul Revere Memorial Association | Reenactment specifically related to paul revere and family. Sessions on colonial life and music of less interest. | $3,000 |
| Alden Kindred of America | Grant revolutionary war encampment. | $1,700 |
| Individual | Annual frederick graham award | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Paul Kinyon
- Thomas Warren Thaler
- Tom Hunter
- Christopher John Porter
- Stephen John Kelleher Jr
- J Archer O'Reilly III
Questions people ask
Does Massachusetts Society of the Cincinnati accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Massachusetts Society of the Cincinnati give?
$194,920 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $5,300.
Who runs Massachusetts Society of the Cincinnati?
Its 2025 filing lists Paul Kinyon (Secretary), Thomas Warren Thaler (President), Tom Hunter (Vice President) and Christopher John Porter (Treasurer) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Massachusetts Society of the Cincinnati fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and environment and conservation.