The Provident Community Charitable Organization Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Provident Community Charitable Organization Inc is a private foundation in Amesbury, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $248,300 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$248,300
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$4.9 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was up from $191,500 the year before.
44% 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 | $286,040 | 29 | $4.0 million |
| 2024 | $191,500 | 28 | $4.4 million |
| 2025 | $248,300 | 27 | $4.9 million |
How to apply
The Provident Community Charitable Organization 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 Provident Community Charitable Organization Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New Hampshire.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Hampshire | 18 | $198,500 |
| Massachusetts | 8 | $48,800 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mark Stebbins Community Center | Capital campaign for new community center | $50,000 |
| Gather (aka Seacoast Family Food Pantry) | Food insecurity | $25,000 |
| Friends of the Music Hall | Give the Gift of Magic; NH Film Festival | $21,000 |
| Cross Roads House | Benefit concert | $15,000 |
| The Pettengill House | General programming | $15,000 |
| Easter Seals New Hampshire | Early Childhood Centers of Excellence | $12,500 |
| Moore Center Services Inc | Annual Garden Party | $12,000 |
| City Year | Starry Starry Night Gala; City Year NH | $10,000 |
| Portsmouth Music & Arts Center | Student ensemble | $10,000 |
| Hope on Haven Hill | Recovery treatment services for LMI women | $7,500 |
| Prescott Park Art Festival | 2025 Season support | $7,000 |
| Amesbury Educational Foundation | 2025 Hall of Honor | $5,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Manchester | General support | $5,000 |
| City of Amesbury | Summer recreation camp | $5,000 |
| Community Action Partnership of Strafford County | Program support | $5,000 |
| Families In Transition | Stable housing | $5,000 |
| Granite YMCA | YSTAY Graduation | $5,000 |
| Harbor Care | Program support | $5,000 |
| New Hampshire Jumpstart Coalition | Financial literacy education in NH | $5,000 |
| Our Neighbors' Table | Program support for free grocery initiative | $5,000 |
| New Hampshire Businesses for Social Responsibility | General support | $3,500 |
| Anna Jaques Hospital | Sponsor for events; free care programs | $3,300 |
| Opportunity Works | Program support | $3,000 |
| Neighborworks Southern New Hampshire | Affordable housing | $2,500 |
| Nourishing the North Shore | VEGOUT program support | $2,500 |
| Seacoast SCORE | Program support to assist local small businesses | $2,500 |
| Best Buddies International | Best Buddies NH Friendship Walk | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph Kenney
- Anne Lapointe
- Joe Reilly
- Ken Fisher
- Leanne Corning
- Ryan Bernier
- Joseph Campanelli
- JP Lapointe
- Sal Rinaldi
- Katherine Craven
Questions people ask
Does The Provident Community Charitable Organization Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Provident Community Charitable Organization Inc give?
$248,300 in tax year 2025, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Provident Community Charitable Organization Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Joseph Kenney (Director (end 11/25)), Anne Lapointe (Director (end 11/25)), Joe Reilly (President (end 11/25); Director) and Ken Fisher (Vice President/Treasurer (end 11/25)) among 10 officers and trustees.
What does The Provident Community Charitable Organization Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, arts and culture and education.