The Sakonnet Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Sakonnet Foundation is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $4.5 million in 1 grant; the typical grant was $4.5 million and the largest $4.5 million. 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$4.5 million
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$4.5 million
- Largest grant$4.5 million
- Assets$119 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $4.1 million 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 | $4.1 million | 1 | $102 million |
| 2024 | $4.5 million | 1 | $119 million |
How to apply
The Sakonnet 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 1 | $4.5 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kevin T Callaghan Charitable Trust at the Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund | General fund | $4.5 million |
Officers and trustees
- Kevin T Callaghan
- Julie N Callaghan
Questions people ask
Does The Sakonnet Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sakonnet Foundation give?
$4.5 million in tax year 2024, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $4.5 million.
Who runs The Sakonnet Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Kevin T Callaghan (Trustee) and Julie N Callaghan (Trustee).