The Don Rodman Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Don Rodman Family Foundation is a private foundation in Foxboro, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.6 million in 7 grants; the typical grant was $40,000 and the largest $1.2 million. 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$1.6 million
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$40,000
- Largest grant$1.2 million
- Assets$16.5 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.4 million 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 | $969,500 | 8 | $16.9 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 8 | $16.8 million |
| 2025 | $1.6 million | 7 | $16.5 million |
How to apply
The Don Rodman 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 The Don Rodman Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 7 | $1.6 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rodman for Kids | Programs for at-risk children | $1.2 million |
| Boys & Girls Club of Dorchester | Programs for at | $200,000 |
| Ron Burton Training Center | programs for at-risk children | $100,000 |
| Dorchester Discretionary Fund | Programs for at-risk children | $40,000 |
| Boston Health Care for the Homeless | Programs for at-risk children | $10,000 |
| Mab Food Pantry | Programs for | $2,500 |
| Canton Choral Society | Programs for at-risk children | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Carolyn Chaplin
- Joseph D'arrigo
- Nancy Dempze
- Thomas Jackson
- Melissa M Macdonnell
- Bruce Rodman
- Mary Scannell
- Chris Small
- Kelly Verrochi
Questions people ask
Does The Don Rodman Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Don Rodman Family Foundation give?
$1.6 million in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $40,000.
Who runs The Don Rodman Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Carolyn Chaplin (Trustee), Joseph D'arrigo (Chairman), Nancy Dempze (Trustee) and Thomas Jackson (Treasurer) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does The Don Rodman Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.