Quimby Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Quimby Foundation is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $75,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $12,500 and the largest $12,500. 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$75,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$12,500
- Largest grant$12,500
- Assets$6.5 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was the same as $75,000 the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $75,000 | 6 | $775,068 |
| 2024 | $75,000 | 6 | $6.5 million |
How to apply
Quimby 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 Quimby Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 4 | $50,000 |
| New York | 2 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Harvard Musical Association | Charity | $12,500 |
| Longy School of Music of Bard College | Educational | $12,500 |
| Lotte Scharfman Memorial Fund co League of Women Voters of MA | Charity | $12,500 |
| MSPCA Angell | Charity | $12,500 |
| New York University | Educational | $12,500 |
| The New York Public Library | Charity | $12,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Peter M Golemme
- Maureen G Keady
Questions people ask
Does Quimby Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Quimby Foundation give?
$75,000 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $12,500.
Who runs Quimby Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Peter M Golemme (Trustee) and Maureen G Keady (Trustee).
What does Quimby Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.