The Endurance Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Endurance Foundation is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $82,771 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$82,771
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was up from $80,000 the year before.
60% of its 2025 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 | $86,000 | 5 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $80,000 | 4 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $82,771 | 5 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
The Endurance 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 Endurance Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 4 | $62,771 |
| Illinois | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Immigration Services and Legal Advocacy | General charitable purposes | $50,000 |
| Young Center for Immigrant Children | General charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Woods Hole Community Association | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Woods Hole Research Center | Scientific and educational research | $4,271 |
| Pine Street Inn | Innovative, solution-oriented programs to help homeless individuals move beyond shelter | $3,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Matthew A Berlin
Questions people ask
Does The Endurance Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Endurance Foundation give?
$82,771 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Endurance Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Matthew A Berlin (Trustee).
What does The Endurance Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services.