The Poss Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Poss Family Foundation is a private foundation in Brookline, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.0 million in 6 grants; the typical grant was $68,980 and the largest $1.4 million. 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$2.0 million
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$68,980
- Largest grant$1.4 million
- Assets$0
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $381,315 the year before.
67% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $2.3 million | 12 | $2.4 million |
| 2023 | $510,000 | 3 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $381,315 | 4 | $2.0 million |
| 2025 | $2.0 million | 6 | $0 |
How to apply
The Poss Family 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 Poss Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 5 | $1.6 million |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $450,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Morgan Stanley Global Impact Funding Trust | Promote charitable purpose | $1.4 million |
| Center for Arts - Design and Social Research | Promote charitable purpose | $450,000 |
| New York Live Arts | Promote charitable purpose | $100,000 |
| Morgan Stanley Global Impact Funding Trust | Promote charitable purpose | $37,959 |
| New York Live Arts | Promote charitable purpose | $25,000 |
| Morgan Stanley Global Impact Funding Trust | Promote charitable purpose | $1,191 |
Officers and trustees
- Dr Ellen M Poss
Questions people ask
Does The Poss Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Poss Family Foundation give?
$2.0 million in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $68,980.
Who runs The Poss Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Dr Ellen M Poss (Trustee).
What does The Poss Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international and arts and culture.