Seamen's Widow and Orphan Association of Salem
Preselected recipients only
Seamen's Widow and Orphan Association of Salem is a private foundation in Salem, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $10,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$10,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$3.1 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $10,429 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 | $9,500 | 1 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $10,429 | 1 | $2.8 million |
| 2025 | $10,000 | 1 | $3.1 million |
How to apply
Seamen's Widow and Orphan Association of Salem 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 Seamen's Widow and Orphan Association of Salem funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Maritime Academy | Supports college | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Deborah Jackson
- Pauline Morency
- Hannah Diozzi
- Mimi Ballou
- Carol Hedstrom
- Penny Bigmore
- Denise M Regan
- Karen Cady
- Ann Laaff
- Donna Fritz
- Jennifer Peat
- Maia Moore
Questions people ask
Does Seamen's Widow and Orphan Association of Salem accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Seamen's Widow and Orphan Association of Salem give?
$10,000 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Seamen's Widow and Orphan Association of Salem?
Its 2025 filing lists Deborah Jackson (President), Pauline Morency (Vice President), Hannah Diozzi (Secretary) and Mimi Ballou (Board of Managers) among 12 officers and trustees.
What does Seamen's Widow and Orphan Association of Salem fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.