Pobble Stone Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Pobble Stone Foundation is a private foundation in Concord, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $21.5 million in 2 grants; the typical grant was $10.7 million and the largest $10.7 million. 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$21.5 million
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$10.7 million
- Largest grant$10.7 million
- Assets$11.4 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.5 million the year before.
50% of its 2024 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 | $1.5 million | 45 | $29.0 million |
| 2024 | $21.5 million | 2 | $11.4 million |
How to apply
Pobble Stone 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10.7 million |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $10.7 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boston Foundation | Charitable | $10.7 million |
| Rhode Island Foundation | Charitable | $10.7 million |
Officers and trustees
- Sarah A Sharpe
- John Powley
Questions people ask
Does Pobble Stone Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Pobble Stone Foundation give?
$21.5 million in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $10.7 million.
Who runs Pobble Stone Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sarah A Sharpe (Trustee) and John Powley (Trustee).