The Palette Fund Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Palette Fund Inc is a private foundation in Provincetown, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $474,263 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $21,882 and the largest $200,000. 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$474,263
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$21,882
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$10.3 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was down from $630,847 the year before.
67% of its 2024 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 | $630,847 | 18 | $10.6 million |
| 2024 | $474,263 | 12 | $10.3 million |
How to apply
The Palette 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 10 | $420,500 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $53,763 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Black Justice | Grant | $200,000 |
| God's Love We Deliver-Cont | Grant | $105,000 |
| Provincetown Commons | Grant | $35,000 |
| ASPCA | Grant | $25,000 |
| Miracle of Love | Grant | $25,000 |
| Movement Advancement | Grant | $25,000 |
| Various Org Under 5K | Grant | $18,763 |
| Prospect New Orleans | Grant | $17,500 |
| New Orleans Museum | Grant | $8,000 |
| Summer of Sass | Grant | $5,000 |
| Outer Cape Heal | Grant | $5,000 |
| Gno Fund | Grant | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Terrence Meck
- Peter Benassi
- Kristin Resnansky
- Todd Sears
- Blaire Milanese
Questions people ask
Does The Palette Fund Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Palette Fund Inc give?
$474,263 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $21,882.
Who runs The Palette Fund Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Terrence Meck (President), Peter Benassi (Chair), Kristin Resnansky (Secretary & Treasurer) and Todd Sears (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.