The Sidney A Swensrud Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Sidney A Swensrud Foundation is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.0 million in 23 grants; the typical grant was $75,000 and the largest $500,000. 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$2.0 million
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$75,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$35.9 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2024 was down from $2.2 million the year before.
13% 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 | $2.2 million | 29 | $33.3 million |
| 2024 | $2.0 million | 23 | $35.9 million |
How to apply
The Sidney A Swensrud 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 Sidney A Swensrud Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 9 | $665,000 |
| California | 1 | $500,000 |
| Florida | 5 | $410,000 |
| District of Columbia | 6 | $392,500 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $8,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Upstream USA | Health | $500,000 |
| Federation for American Immigration Reform | Public policy | $150,000 |
| Naples Botanical Garden | Environment | $150,000 |
| Cure Alzheimer's Fund | Health | $125,000 |
| Pioneer Institute | Public policy | $125,000 |
| Dana Farber Cancer Institute | Health general | $100,000 |
| Epiphany School | Education | $100,000 |
| The Conservancy of Southwest Florida | Environment | $100,000 |
| American Federation for Children | Education | $75,000 |
| Immigration Reform Law Institute | Public policy | $75,000 |
| National Council on Teacher Quality | Education | $75,000 |
| Teach for America - Jacksonville and Central FL | Education | $75,000 |
| Teach for America - Massachusetts | Education | $75,000 |
| Audobons Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary | Environment | $50,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Boston | Education | $45,000 |
| The Catholic Schools Foundation | Education | $40,000 |
| Avow Hospice | Health | $35,000 |
| Trustees of Boston College | Education | $30,000 |
| Building Excellent Schools | Education | $25,000 |
| National Alliance for Public Charter Schools | Education | $15,000 |
| Kite and Key Media | Digital media research | $10,000 |
| Veritas School | Education | $8,000 |
| The Philanthropy Roundtable | Public policy | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Nancy S Anthony
- Francis Brown
Questions people ask
Does The Sidney A Swensrud Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sidney A Swensrud Foundation give?
$2.0 million in tax year 2024, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $75,000.
Who runs The Sidney A Swensrud Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Nancy S Anthony (Trustee) and Francis Brown (Trustee).
What does The Sidney A Swensrud Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and environment and conservation.