Richard & Carol Saivetz Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Richard & Carol Saivetz Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $25,300 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $12,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$25,300
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$12,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was up from $20,350 the year before.
20% of its 2025 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 | $27,100 | 5 | $799,395 |
| 2024 | $20,350 | 5 | $1.0 million |
| 2025 | $25,300 | 5 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Richard & Carol Saivetz 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 Richard & Carol Saivetz Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 5 | $25,300 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Combined Jewish Philanthropies | Unrestricted for general fund | $12,000 |
| Temple Emanuel | Unrestricted for general fund | $6,000 |
| Gillete Center | Unrestricted for general fund | $5,000 |
| Solomon Schechter Day School | Unrestricted for general fund | $1,800 |
| Gann Academy | Unrestricted for general fund | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Carol Saivetz
Questions people ask
Does Richard & Carol Saivetz Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Richard & Carol Saivetz Family Foundation give?
$25,300 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Richard & Carol Saivetz Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Carol Saivetz (Trustee).
What does Richard & Carol Saivetz Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.