The Sullivan Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Sullivan Family Foundation is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $371,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$371,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$850,166
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2024 was down from $615,000 the year before.
27% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $235,000 | 11 | $424,556 |
| 2023 | $615,000 | 11 | $511,960 |
| 2024 | $371,000 | 15 | $850,166 |
How to apply
The Sullivan 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 Sullivan Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 9 | $255,000 |
| New York | 2 | $60,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $36,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Catholic Schools Foundation | General | $100,000 |
| JPMS LLC | General | $50,000 |
| Big Brother Big Sisters | General | $50,000 |
| Massachusetts General Hospital | General | $25,000 |
| The Learning Alliance | General | $25,000 |
| BC High | General | $20,000 |
| Horizons for Homeless | General | $20,000 |
| Pine Street Inn Housing II Inc | General | $20,000 |
| Miss Frans Helping Hands | General | $11,000 |
| Columbia University | General | $10,000 |
| Combined Jewish Philanthropies | General | $10,000 |
| Georgetown University | General | $10,000 |
| Global Impact | General | $10,000 |
| Winsor School | General | $5,000 |
| Boston Health Care for T | General | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Daniel J Sullivan Jr
- Marjorie O Sullivan
Questions people ask
Does The Sullivan Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sullivan Family Foundation give?
$371,000 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Sullivan Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Daniel J Sullivan Jr (Trustee/Part-Time) and Marjorie O Sullivan (Trustee/Part-Time).
What does The Sullivan Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and housing and homelessness.