Scale Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Scale Foundation is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $118,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $59,000 and the largest $108,000. 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$118,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$59,000
- Largest grant$108,000
- Assets$3.2 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $104,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 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 | $100,000 | 2 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $104,000 | 2 | $2.9 million |
| 2025 | $118,000 | 2 | $3.2 million |
How to apply
Scale 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 Scale Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $118,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends of Foundation de France Association Des Amis de la Bibilotheque | General support | $108,000 |
| Friends of Foundation de France for L'aide Aux Jeunes Diabetiques | Research and education | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Peter A Wilson
- Mark M Christopher
- Matthew R Hillery
Questions people ask
Does Scale Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Scale Foundation give?
$118,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $59,000.
Who runs Scale Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Peter A Wilson (Trustee), Mark M Christopher (Trustee) and Matthew R Hillery (Trustee).
What does Scale Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and science and research.