Nancy Sayles Day Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Nancy Sayles Day Foundation is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $913,500 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $400,000. 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$913,500
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$400,000
- Assets$17.8 million
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $728,500 | 19 | $16.2 million |
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $17.0 million |
| 2024 | $913,500 | 19 | $17.8 million |
How to apply
Nancy Sayles Day 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 Nancy Sayles Day Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 16 | $906,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $2,500 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $2,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nantucket Conservation Foundation | Capital campaign | $400,000 |
| Nantucket Conservation Foundation | Capital campaign | $266,000 |
| St Paul's Church | General support | $50,000 |
| Lahey Clinic | To be administered by dr bruce campbell for research and education. | $50,000 |
| Nantucket Conservation Foundation | General support | $25,000 |
| Nantucket Cottage Hospital Foundation | General support | $25,000 |
| Nantucket Land Council | General support | $15,000 |
| A Safe Place | General support | $10,000 |
| Addiction Solutions of Nantucket Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Nantucket Food Fuel and Rental Assistance | General support | $10,000 |
| Nantucket Center for Elder Affairs | General support | $10,000 |
| Nantucket Community Sailing | General support | $10,000 |
| Palliative & Supportive Care Nantucket Fdn | Annual giving | $10,000 |
| Boston Medflight | General support | $5,000 |
| Nantucket Historical Association | 1800 house | $5,000 |
| Nantucket Shellfish Association | Annual giving | $5,000 |
| Miss Porter's School | General support | $2,500 |
| Phillips Exeter Academy | General support | $2,500 |
| The Hill School | General support | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary G West
- Nathaniel Jeppson
Questions people ask
Does Nancy Sayles Day Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Nancy Sayles Day Foundation give?
$913,500 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Nancy Sayles Day Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mary G West (Co-Trustee) and Nathaniel Jeppson (Co-Trustee).
What does Nancy Sayles Day Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, health and education.