The Lookout Fund Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Lookout Fund Inc is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.0 million in 5 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $600,000. 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$1.0 million
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$600,000
- Assets$29.4 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $200,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $0 | 0 | $2.7 million |
| 2024 | $200,000 | 2 | $26.2 million |
| 2025 | $1.0 million | 5 | $29.4 million |
How to apply
The Lookout Fund Inc 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 Lookout Fund Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 5 | $1.0 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| YMCA Cape Cod | Charitable | $600,000 |
| Farming Falmouth | Charitable | $100,000 |
| The 300 Committee Land Trust | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Health Imperitives Inc | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Native Land Conservancy Inc | Charitable | $100,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Meg Bergstrand Co Gma Foundations
Questions people ask
Does The Lookout Fund Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lookout Fund Inc give?
$1.0 million in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs The Lookout Fund Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Meg Bergstrand Co Gma Foundations (President/Treasurer).
What does The Lookout Fund Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.