The Richard & Barbara Whitcomb Foundatio
Preselected recipients only
The Richard & Barbara Whitcomb Foundatio is a private foundation in Holyoke, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $747,000 in 69 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $221,000. 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$747,000
- Number of grants69
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$221,000
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2025 was down from $750,600 the year before.
26% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $621,344 | 81 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $750,600 | 83 | $1.5 million |
| 2025 | $747,000 | 69 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
The Richard & Barbara Whitcomb Foundatio 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 Richard & Barbara Whitcomb Foundatio funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 25 | $437,000 |
| Massachusetts | 26 | $216,500 |
| New York | 5 | $32,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $14,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $10,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $9,000 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $7,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $5,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $4,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $3,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Carver Center | General support | $221,000 |
| Norwalk Community College | General support | $65,000 |
| Girls Inc of the Valley | General support | $50,000 |
| Norwalk Hospital Foundation | General purpose | $25,000 |
| YMCA | General support | $25,000 |
| Athlife Foundation Inc | General support | $15,000 |
| Holyoke Canoe Club | General purpose | $15,000 |
| University of Bridgeport | General support | $12,000 |
| Bellows Falls Area Senior Center Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Childrens Museum of Holyoke Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Domus Kids | General support | $10,000 |
| Fairfield County Sports Commission | General support | $10,000 |
| Pioneer Valley Chinese Immersion Charter School | General support | $10,000 |
| Public Health Institute | General support | $10,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House of Springfield | General support | $10,000 |
| The Jimmy McGrath Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| The Womens Fund of Western Ma | General support | $10,000 |
| Fibrolamellar Cancer Foundation | General support | $9,000 |
| Nfhca | General support | $9,000 |
| Kids Helping Kids | General support | $7,500 |
| Boys Town of New England | General support | $7,000 |
| Mount Holyoke College | General support | $7,000 |
| Foundation for Tjo Animals | General support | $6,500 |
| Lorraine's Soup Kithchen | General support | $6,000 |
| Sphere | General support | $6,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Stamford | General support | $5,500 |
| Abundance Farm | General support | $5,000 |
| Academy of Music | General support | $5,000 |
| American Jewish Committee | General support | $5,000 |
| Athlete Ally | General support | $5,000 |
| Bridgeport Youth Lacrosse | General support | $5,000 |
| Christina's House | General support | $5,000 |
| City Vision Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Hanover Music Theater | General support | $5,000 |
| Happy Hope Factory | General support | $5,000 |
| Holyoke Merry Go Round | General support | $5,000 |
| Ireland-Us Council Foundation Inc | General support | $5,000 |
| Jewish National Fund | General support | $5,000 |
| Maine Adaptive Sports | General support | $5,000 |
| Malta House | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kevin Ashley
- Andrea L Whitcomb
Questions people ask
Does The Richard & Barbara Whitcomb Foundatio accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Richard & Barbara Whitcomb Foundatio give?
$747,000 in tax year 2025, across 69 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Richard & Barbara Whitcomb Foundatio?
Its 2025 filing lists Kevin Ashley (Vice President) and Andrea L Whitcomb (Director, President, Secre).
What does The Richard & Barbara Whitcomb Foundatio fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and health.