The Josetta Fund
Preselected recipients only
The Josetta Fund is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $6.1 million in 86 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $390,000. 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$6.1 million
- Number of grants86
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$390,000
- Assets$33.0 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2025 was up from $5.1 million the year before.
30% 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 | $4.9 million | 77 | $35.8 million |
| 2024 | $5.1 million | 81 | $34.1 million |
| 2025 | $6.1 million | 86 | $33.0 million |
How to apply
The Josetta Fund 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 Josetta Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 20 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 30 | $1.6 million |
| New York | 10 | $864,706 |
| Maine | 10 | $860,000 |
| California | 9 | $635,626 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $440,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $350,000 |
| Florida | 4 | $334,300 |
| Texas | 4 | $334,000 |
| Virginia | 3 | $150,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $130,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nbran | Animal care, rescue & adoption | $390,000 |
| Good Shepherd Food Bank of Maine | Food bank | $350,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Religious and spiritual | $300,000 |
| Blue Pearl Veterinary | Animal hospital | $243,099 |
| Miracle German Shepherd Rescue | Dog rescue / foster / adoption | $240,000 |
| Overseed Inc | Religious and spiritual | $200,000 |
| Jezreel International | Humanitarian aid | $190,000 |
| Research Foundation for Mental Health Hygiene Inc | Mental health | $180,000 |
| Jefferson County Bailer Library | Educational | $170,300 |
| Roxie's Place Animal Sanctuary | Animal rescue | $160,000 |
| Wings of Rescue | Animal rescue | $160,000 |
| Alpha Pregnancy | Pregnancy care and counseling | $155,706 |
| Tomten Farm Sanctuary of New Hampshire | Animal rescue | $130,000 |
| Truth for Life | Religious and spiritual | $110,000 |
| Equine Advocates | Rehabilitating rescued horses | $100,000 |
| Family Reach Foundation - Boston | Financial support for cancer patients | $100,000 |
| Parents for Peace | A nonprofit helping families and professionals intervene before extremism takes root. | $100,000 |
| Sola Media (White Horse) | Religious and spiritual | $100,000 |
| Mid Coast Hunger Prevention Program | Operates programs throughout mid coast maine ensuring there's an easy way for everyone in the community to access food close to home | $100,000 |
| Morning Star Baptist Church | Religious and spiritual | $100,000 |
| Second Harvest of the Big Bend | Provide healthy food for neighbors facing hunger and food insecurity throughout our 16-county big bend service area. | $100,000 |
| Tufts Veterinary Emergency Treatment & Specialties | Animal rescue | $88,460 |
| Prison Evangelism | Religious and spritual for the incarcerated | $85,000 |
| Second Chance Blind Dogs | Blind dog rescue providing muffin's halos | $80,000 |
| Plymouth Helping Hands for Animals | Providing pet food for people struggling to feed their animals | $80,000 |
| Salvation Army Palisades Ca | Relief for victims of the recent wildfires in the palisades area | $80,000 |
| Ellie Fund | Providing services to those with breast cancer | $75,000 |
| Family Nurturing Center | Assist with nurturing communities | $75,000 |
| Jill's House | Providing care to families raising kids with disabilities | $75,000 |
| Mercy Ships | Medical care | $75,000 |
| Working Dogs for Conservation Foundation | Training rescuedogsinto expertconservationcanines | $75,000 |
| The Sato Project | Dedicated to rescuing the abused and abandoned dogs of puerto rico | $70,000 |
| Elevate New England | Urban youth programs | $63,000 |
| Bengali Evangelical Association Ministry | Religious and spiritual | $61,626 |
| People's Pantry | Food bank | $60,000 |
| Alexander Hamilton Institute for Study of Western Civilization | Education | $50,000 |
| Donkeyland Rescue | Donkey rescue center / sanctuary / wildlife preserve | $50,000 |
| Franklin Food Pantry Incorporated | Food bank | $50,000 |
| Hope Co | Religious / spiritual / helping people in tanzania, kenya, and east africa | $50,000 |
| Literacy Volunteers of Bangor | Educational | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Martha R Gerry Townley
- F Bradford Townley
- Mark A Nowak
Questions people ask
Does The Josetta Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Josetta Fund give?
$6.1 million in tax year 2025, across 86 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs The Josetta Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Martha R Gerry Townley (Trustee), F Bradford Townley (Trustee) and Mark A Nowak (Trustee).
What does The Josetta Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, faith communities and health.