Savage Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Savage Family Foundation is a private foundation in Needham, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $218,667 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $6,750 and the largest $50,000. 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$218,667
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$6,750
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$4.5 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $184,167 the year before.
33% 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 | $184,167 | 14 | $4.2 million |
| 2024 | $218,667 | 18 | $4.5 million |
How to apply
Savage 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 Savage Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 6 | $117,500 |
| Massachusetts | 10 | $91,167 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Central Institute | General Charitable | $50,000 |
| Waldo County YMCA | General Charitable | $20,000 |
| University of Maine | General Charitable | $20,000 |
| New England Baptist Hospital | General Charitable | $20,000 |
| Northern Light Health | General Charitable | $20,000 |
| Boston Medical Center | General Charitable | $16,667 |
| Bellforge Arts Center | General Charitable | $12,500 |
| Girls Inc | General Charitable | $7,500 |
| Individual | General Charitable | $7,500 |
| Community Art Center | General Charitable | $6,000 |
| Individual | General Charitable | $6,000 |
| Penobscot Marine Museum | General Charitable | $5,000 |
| Project Step | General Charitable | $5,000 |
| Charles River Watershed Association | General Charitable | $5,000 |
| Project Home | General Charitable | $5,000 |
| North Shore Medical Center | General Charitable | $5,000 |
| Katie Brown Educational Program | General Charitable | $5,000 |
| Individual | General Charitable | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- James B Savage
- Jennifer S McLean
- Thomas W Savage
- Sally B Savage
- Michael T Savage
- Priscilla B Savage
- Andrew T Savage
- Julie A Savage
Questions people ask
Does Savage Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Savage Family Foundation give?
$218,667 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $6,750.
Who runs Savage Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists James B Savage (President/Dir), Jennifer S McLean (Director), Thomas W Savage (Vice Pres/Dir) and Sally B Savage (Director) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Savage Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and arts and culture.