The Downey Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Downey Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $152,500 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $17,500 and the largest $40,000. 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$152,500
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$17,500
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$6.9 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $469,000 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 | $309,500 | 14 | $6.0 million |
| 2024 | $469,000 | 15 | $6.5 million |
| 2025 | $152,500 | 7 | $6.9 million |
How to apply
The Downey Family Charitable 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 Downey Family Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 7 | $152,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Epiphany School | Educational | $40,000 |
| Nativity Prepatory School | Educational | $35,000 |
| Catholic School Foundation | Educational | $25,000 |
| New England Conservatory | Educational | $17,500 |
| Pioneer Institute | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Boston Dance Alliance | Charitable | $10,000 |
| St Johns Prep School | Educational | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Walter L Downey
- Doris Downey
- Alicia L Downey Esq
Questions people ask
Does The Downey Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Downey Family Charitable Foundation give?
$152,500 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $17,500.
Who runs The Downey Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Walter L Downey (Trustee), Doris Downey (Trustee) and Alicia L Downey Esq (Trustee).
What does The Downey Family Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.