The Bromley Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Bromley Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Westwood, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $6.7 million in 26 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $2.5 million. 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$6.7 million
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$2.5 million
- Assets$17.6 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.7 million the year before.
42% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2.7 million | 22 | $17.5 million |
| 2024 | $6.7 million | 26 | $17.6 million |
How to apply
The Bromley Charitable Trust 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 The Bromley Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 17 | $3.9 million |
| Texas | 1 | $1.4 million |
| New York | 1 | $400,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $400,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $250,000 |
| Vermont | 2 | $210,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $100,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hale Education Inc | General | $2.5 million |
| Wild | General | $1.4 million |
| St Mark's of Ephesus | General | $429,046 |
| Panthera | General | $400,000 |
| Rare Conservation | General | $400,000 |
| Round the Bend Farm | General | $250,000 |
| Wildlife Guardians | General | $250,000 |
| Bridge Boston Charter School | General | $200,000 |
| Northeast Wilderness Trust | General | $200,000 |
| Urban Farming Institute | General | $149,420 |
| Huntingdon Valley Cemetery & Chapel Co | General | $100,000 |
| The Country Club Education Fund | General | $100,000 |
| Marion Institute | General | $50,000 |
| Red Gate Farm | General | $50,000 |
| TCC Employee Fund | General | $50,000 |
| Manomet | General | $30,000 |
| Home for Little Wanderers | General | $25,000 |
| Institute for Musical Arts | General | $25,000 |
| Supportive Living | General | $25,000 |
| Boston Higher Ground | General | $10,000 |
| Christmas in the City | General | $10,000 |
| Trinity Yard | General | $10,000 |
| Bedrock Gardens | General | $5,000 |
| Buckland Cemetary | General | $5,000 |
| Wbur | General | $5,000 |
| WGBH | General | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Duncan McFarland
- Ellen B McFarland
- Nancy E Dempze
- Alice Farmer
Questions people ask
Does The Bromley Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Bromley Charitable Trust give?
$6.7 million in tax year 2024, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs The Bromley Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Duncan McFarland (Trustee), Ellen B McFarland (Trustee), Nancy E Dempze (Trustee) and Alice Farmer (Trustee).
What does The Bromley Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and environment and conservation.