The June Richard Matthews Charitable Fnd
Preselected recipients only
The June Richard Matthews Charitable Fnd is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $270,000 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $150,000. 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$270,000
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$7.6 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was up from $255,002 the year before.
13% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $165,000 | 11 | $6.4 million |
| 2023 | $215,000 | 11 | $6.8 million |
| 2024 | $255,002 | 16 | $7.3 million |
| 2025 | $270,000 | 16 | $7.6 million |
How to apply
The June Richard Matthews Charitable Fnd 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 June Richard Matthews Charitable Fnd funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 7 | $190,000 |
| Massachusetts | 8 | $70,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Matthews Public Library | Support of library | $150,000 |
| Greater Boston Food Bank | Charitable contribution | $25,000 |
| Francis Ouimet Scholarship Fund | Charitable contribution | $15,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| St Johns Lutheran Church | Charitable contribution | $8,000 |
| St Pauls United Church of Christ | Charitable contribution | $8,000 |
| American Legion Auxiliary Unit 915 | Charitable contribution | $6,000 |
| Cedar Hill Cemetary | Charitable contribution | $6,000 |
| Fredericksburg Community Center | Charitable contribution | $6,000 |
| Fredericksburg Fire Company | Charitable contribution | $6,000 |
| Boston Health Care for the Homeless | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Cradles to Crayons | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Food Bank of Western Ma | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Merrimack Valley Food Bank | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Stone House | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Worcester County Food Bank | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Dale Richard
- Domenic Colasacco
- Paul Crowley
Questions people ask
Does The June Richard Matthews Charitable Fnd accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The June Richard Matthews Charitable Fnd give?
$270,000 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs The June Richard Matthews Charitable Fnd?
Its 2025 filing lists Dale Richard (Trustee), Domenic Colasacco (Trustee) and Paul Crowley (Trustee).
What does The June Richard Matthews Charitable Fnd fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, food and hunger and faith communities.