The Taniguchi Deane Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Taniguchi Deane Family Foundation is a private foundation in Cohasset, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $76,651 in 33 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$76,651
- Number of grants33
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$12,744
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was down from $117,800 the year before.
20% 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 | $117,900 | 24 | $59,526 |
| 2024 | $117,800 | 38 | $13,395 |
| 2025 | $76,651 | 33 | $12,744 |
How to apply
The Taniguchi Deane 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 Taniguchi Deane Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 21 | $56,050 |
| New Hampshire | 4 | $8,101 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $5,000 |
| Vermont | 2 | $3,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends of Holly Hill Farm | Education Institution Support | $20,000 |
| National Tropical Botanical Garden | National Environmental Programs - Operating Fund | $5,000 |
| St Paul's School | Education Institution Support | $5,000 |
| Trustees of the Reservations | Land Conservation | $5,000 |
| Trustees of the Reservations | Land Conservation | $5,000 |
| Wellspring Multi Service Center | Multi-Service Agency | $5,000 |
| Project Bread | Community Support Program | $4,000 |
| Cohasset Food Pantry | Community Support Program | $2,500 |
| Dartmouth College | Education Institution Support | $2,500 |
| Middlebury College | Education Institution Support | $2,500 |
| Tenacity | Education Institution Support | $2,000 |
| Amnesty International | Human Rights Support | $1,000 |
| Boston Children's Hospital | Medical Research | $1,000 |
| Boston Children's Hospital | Medical Research | $1,000 |
| Carriage House Nursery School | Education Institution Support | $1,000 |
| Center for Student Council | Education Institution Support | $1,000 |
| Cohasset Library Trust | Public Library Support | $1,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Medical Care for Needy Populations | $1,000 |
| Dream | Childrens Menotoring Support Program | $1,000 |
| Environmental Defense Fund | Environmental Program | $1,000 |
| Give Directly | Community Support Program | $1,000 |
| Globe Santa | Children Services Support | $1,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Community Support Program | $1,000 |
| Sandy Beach Association | Land Conservation | $1,000 |
| South Shore Conservatory | Music Education Institution Support | $1,000 |
| Stepping Stones Foundation | Education Institution Support | $1,000 |
| WGBH | Public TV Support | $1,000 |
| Mid Pines Foundation Waukeela | Children Services Support | $600 |
| Derby Academy | Education Institution Support | $500 |
| Iowa Abortion Access Fund | Community Support Program | $500 |
| Malaria Consortium | Medical Research | $500 |
| Noble & Greenough School | Education Institution Support | $50 |
| Dartmouth College | Education Institution Support | $1 |
Officers and trustees
- Gordon L Deane co Palmer Mgt
- Motoko T Deane co Palmer Mgt
Questions people ask
Does The Taniguchi Deane Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Taniguchi Deane Family Foundation give?
$76,651 in tax year 2025, across 33 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Taniguchi Deane Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Gordon L Deane co Palmer Mgt (Trustee) and Motoko T Deane co Palmer Mgt (Trustee).
What does The Taniguchi Deane Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and youth programs.