Quo Vadis-Gavell Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Quo Vadis-Gavell Family Foundation is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $134,860 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $30,800. 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$134,860
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$30,800
- Assets$2.9 million
- New grantees64%
Giving in 2024 was up from $133,000 the year before.
64% 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 | $133,000 | 11 | $2.7 million |
| 2024 | $134,860 | 14 | $2.9 million |
How to apply
Quo Vadis-Gavell Family 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 Quo Vadis-Gavell Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Massachusetts. It also paid $26,719 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 5 | $51,500 |
| New York | 2 | $35,800 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $7,500 |
| California | 1 | $2,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $841 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Amerian Friends of the Musee Dorsay | Education | $30,800 |
| International Gugak Jazz Institute | Education | $18,000 |
| Medical U of Warsaw Scholarship for Visiting Doctor | Education | $16,719 |
| Museum of Fine Arts Boston | Education | $15,000 |
| Berklee College of Music | Education | $13,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | Charitable emergency relief | $10,000 |
| Friens of Catholic University of Korea | Education | $10,000 |
| Boston Conservatory | Education | $5,000 |
| Wings Over the Rockies | Support museum | $5,000 |
| Slow Food USA | To assist poor | $5,000 |
| Denver Rescue Mission | Help people who are experiencing homelessness and addiction in denvor change their lives | $2,500 |
| Palestinian Children's Relief Fund | To help children | $2,500 |
| Children's Hospital of Philadelphia | To assist children | $841 |
| Boston Children's Hospital | Assist children | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Stefan M Gavell
- Sonchu Kim Gavell
- Wojciech Kalata
- Sophie Gavell
- Stephanie Gavell
Questions people ask
Does Quo Vadis-Gavell Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Quo Vadis-Gavell Family Foundation give?
$134,860 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Quo Vadis-Gavell Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Stefan M Gavell (President/Director/Secreta), Sonchu Kim Gavell (Director), Wojciech Kalata (Director) and Sophie Gavell (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Quo Vadis-Gavell Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, international and arts and culture.