One Step Forward Education Foundation
Preselected recipients only
One Step Forward Education Foundation is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $366,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $120,000. 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$366,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$120,000
- Assets$4.1 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was up from $262,000 the year before.
29% 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 | $262,000 | 7 | $4.2 million |
| 2024 | $366,000 | 7 | $4.1 million |
How to apply
One Step Forward Education 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What One Step Forward Education Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 6 | $361,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Institute of Technology | Open learning fund | $120,000 |
| Boston University | One step forward education foundation scholarship fund ii | $100,000 |
| Massachusetts Eye and Ear | General fund | $100,000 |
| Paul Revere Memorial Association | Preservation of paul revere letters | $20,000 |
| Cardinal Cushing Centers | General fund | $11,000 |
| We Can | General fund | $10,000 |
| Cherry Preschool | General fund | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert G Bannish
- Mark S Casady
- Julia N Casady
Questions people ask
Does One Step Forward Education Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does One Step Forward Education Foundation give?
$366,000 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs One Step Forward Education Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert G Bannish (Clerk), Mark S Casady (Treasurer) and Julia N Casady (President).
What does One Step Forward Education Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.