The Louise Sven and Anna Betty Carlson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Louise Sven and Anna Betty Carlson Foundation is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $396,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $99,000 and the largest $198,000. 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$396,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$99,000
- Largest grant$198,000
- Assets$8.7 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $375,000 the year before.
0% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $375,000 | 3 | $8.5 million |
| 2024 | $396,000 | 3 | $8.7 million |
How to apply
The Louise Sven and Anna Betty Carlson 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 Louise Sven and Anna Betty Carlson Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 3 | $396,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Martha's Vineyard Regional High School | To be granted to one or more seniors who have resided on martha's vineyard for at least one year, on the basis of financial need, talent, scholastic achievement, and attitude, or any combination of these traits, for the advancement of the recipients education, and to be selected by the administration of said school. | $198,000 |
| Animal Shelter of Martha's Vineyard | To be used for the charity's general charitable purposes. | $99,000 |
| Martha's Vineyard Hospital Inc | To be used for the general needs of the hospital as determined by the hospital administration. | $99,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Matthew J Leonard
- Karen Burke
- Ellen M Harrington
Questions people ask
Does The Louise Sven and Anna Betty Carlson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Louise Sven and Anna Betty Carlson Foundation give?
$396,000 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $99,000.
Who runs The Louise Sven and Anna Betty Carlson Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Matthew J Leonard (Trustee), Karen Burke (Trustee) and Ellen M Harrington (Trustee).
What does The Louise Sven and Anna Betty Carlson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, seniors and animals.