The Halfway Rock Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Halfway Rock Foundation is a private foundation in Manchester, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $170,500 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$170,500
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was down from $180,000 the year before.
29% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $294,100 | 19 | $1.6 million |
| 2023 | $180,000 | 20 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $170,500 | 17 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
The Halfway Rock 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 Halfway Rock Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 7 | $74,000 |
| New York | 3 | $32,500 |
| Vermont | 1 | $24,000 |
| Maine | 2 | $21,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
| California | 1 | $3,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Trustees of Reservations | $5,000 (Annual Giving/Unrestricted), $25,000 (Project Pario), $10,000 (Erickson Trust) | $40,000 |
| Northeast Wilderness Trust | Public Community Good (Unrestricted) | $24,000 |
| Barnard College | Scholarship | $20,000 |
| Friend Memorial Public Library | Building Fund | $20,000 |
| Phillips Exeter Academy | $5,000 (Women's Leadership Council), $5,000 (Annual Fund) | $10,000 |
| Financial Services Volunteer Corps | Public Community Good (Unrestricted) | $10,000 |
| Emerald Necklace Conservacy | Public Community Good (Unrestricted) | $10,000 |
| Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum | $5,000 (Music Program), $2,000 (Public Community Good - Unrestricted) | $7,000 |
| Museum of Fine Arts | Public Community Good (Unrestricted) | $6,000 |
| Harvard University | American Repertory Theater | $5,000 |
| Mothers Out Front | Public Community Good (Unrestricted) | $5,000 |
| The 19th News | Public Community Good (Unrestricted) | $5,000 |
| The Threepenny Review | Public Community Good (Unrestricted) | $3,000 |
| Netherland-America Foundation | Public Community Good (Unrestricted) | $2,500 |
| Mass Audubon Society | Public Community Good (Unrestricted) | $1,000 |
| Mighty Earth Inc | Public Community Good (Unrestricted) | $1,000 |
| Forest Society of Maine | Public Community Good (Unrestricted) | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Eunice J Panetta
- Vincent J Panetta
Questions people ask
Does The Halfway Rock Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Halfway Rock Foundation give?
$170,500 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs The Halfway Rock Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Eunice J Panetta (Trustee) and Vincent J Panetta (Trustee).
What does The Halfway Rock Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and environment and conservation.