The George and Alice Rich Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The George and Alice Rich Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $87,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$87,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$4.2 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2025 was down from $110,500 the year before.
31% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $101,000 | 8 | $3.6 million |
| 2024 | $110,500 | 14 | $3.8 million |
| 2025 | $87,000 | 13 | $4.2 million |
How to apply
The George and Alice Rich 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 George and Alice Rich Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 9 | $61,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $6,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Suffolk University | Donation to support the charity's mission | $25,000 |
| American Civil Liberties Union | Donation to support the charity's mission | $10,000 |
| The Carroll Center for the Blind | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Foundation Fighting Blindness | Donation to support the charity's mission | $6,000 |
| Perkins School for the Blind | Donation to support the charity's mission | $5,000 |
| Shriner's Children's Boston | Donation to support the charity's mission | $5,000 |
| Spaulding Rehab | Donation to support the charity's mission | $5,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Donation to support the charity's mission | $5,000 |
| The Victory Center | Donation to support the charity's mission | $5,000 |
| Friends of Boston's Homeless | Donation to support the charity's mission | $3,000 |
| YMCA Training Inc | Donation to support the charity's mission | $3,000 |
| Transition House | Donation to support the charity's mission | $2,500 |
| Wbur | Donation to support the charity's mission | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Alexander A Bove
- Catherine M Bove
Questions people ask
Does The George and Alice Rich Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The George and Alice Rich Charitable Foundation give?
$87,000 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The George and Alice Rich Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Alexander A Bove (Trustee (To 11/25)) and Catherine M Bove (Trustee (As 11/25)).
What does The George and Alice Rich Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and disability.