The Behrakis Foundation
Accepts applications
The Behrakis Foundation is a private foundation in Lexington, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $186,580 in 36 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $45,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$186,580
- Number of grants36
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$45,000
- Assets$3.7 million
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2024 was up from $141,750 the year before.
47% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $111,273 | 23 | $3.2 million |
| 2023 | $141,750 | 31 | $3.6 million |
| 2024 | $186,580 | 36 | $3.7 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Stephanie B Liakos Trustee 19 Muzzey Street, Lexington, MA 02421 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (781) 861-9114 |
| What to submit | Applications should include: summarizing cover letter, a narrative proposal, project and agency budgets, copies of the most recent IRS ruling, a financial statement and audit report, and a list of the board of directors. |
| Deadlines | Applications should be submitted between october 1 and june 30 for the current fiscal year. |
| Restrictions | Minimum grants are $100 per organization. |
What The Behrakis Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 30 | $153,580 |
| California | 2 | $12,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dana Farber Cancer Institute | Health | $45,000 |
| Boys Club of Lowell | Civic | $10,000 |
| Crossroads | Religious | $10,000 |
| National Hellenic Society | Cultural | $10,000 |
| Project Mexico | Religious | $10,000 |
| Brigham and Women's Hospital Lung Center | Health | $7,500 |
| Whistler House | Cultural | $5,500 |
| Ministry Awards | Religious | $5,000 |
| Mspca- Nevins Farm | Animal welfare | $5,000 |
| Holy Trinity Golf | Religious | $5,000 |
| MBC Golf | Religious | $5,000 |
| Archons of the Ecumenical Patriarchate | Religious | $5,000 |
| Boys Club of Lowell | Civic | $5,000 |
| Hellenic Aa PTA | Education | $5,000 |
| International Orthodox Christian Charities (Hurricane Helene) | Humanitarian | $5,000 |
| Kosmos Project | Education | $5,000 |
| Lowell Assoc for the Blind Reissued | Health | $5,000 |
| Whistler House 200th | Cultural | $5,000 |
| Uml Student Archivist | Education | $5,000 |
| Holy Trinity Festival Sponsor | Religious | $3,000 |
| Strongwater Farm | Health | $3,000 |
| Uncommon Threads | Civic | $3,000 |
| Project Learn | Education | $2,500 |
| Project Mexico | Religious | $2,500 |
| Dyouville Manor | Health | $2,000 |
| New England Conservatory | Education | $2,000 |
| St Bonafice | Health | $2,000 |
| Boys Club of Lowell 2023 Holiday Auction | Civic | $1,750 |
| Hellenic Womens Eok | Culture | $1,300 |
| American Legion Post 247 | Civic | $1,000 |
| American Legion Post 247 | Civic | $1,000 |
| American Legion Post 247 | Civic | $1,000 |
| Lowell Parks & Conservation Trust | Civic | $1,000 |
| Walk Ms | Health | $530 |
| American Friends of the Blind | Health | $500 |
| Pollard Library | Education | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- George D Behrakis
- Margo Behrakis
- Drake Behrakis
- Stephanie B Liakos
Questions people ask
Does The Behrakis Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Applications should be submitted between october 1 and june 30 for the current fiscal year..
How much does The Behrakis Foundation give?
$186,580 in tax year 2024, across 36 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Behrakis Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists George D Behrakis (Trustee), Margo Behrakis (Trustee), Drake Behrakis (Trustee) and Stephanie B Liakos (Trustee).
What does The Behrakis Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, faith communities and community development.