The Thoracic Foundation
Accepts applications
The Thoracic Foundation is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $523,448 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $50,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$523,448
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$9.8 million
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2024 was up from $475,446 the year before.
35% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $475,446 | 16 | $8.7 million |
| 2024 | $523,448 | 20 | $9.8 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Edward R Martin Trustee 160 Federal Street 20th Floor, Boston, MA 02110 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (617) 951-2777 |
| What to submit | Open |
What The Thoracic Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 10 | $273,448 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $65,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $50,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $35,000 |
| California | 1 | $25,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $25,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $20,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $20,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Migrant Clinician Network | Assisting with TB issues with migrant workers | $50,000 |
| Campaign for Tobacco Free Kids | Accountability program - Protecting Kids | $35,000 |
| Compassion & Choices | General purpose | $35,000 |
| Dana Farber Cancer Institute | Dr. Janne's research on therapeutic targeting of drug induced persister cells | $35,000 |
| Dana Farber Cancer Institute | Dr. David Barbie Research sensitizing small cell lung cancer to immune checkpoint blockade by restoring neoantigen displayEducation | $35,000 |
| Children's Hospital 300 Longwood Ave Boston MA 02215 | Dr. Carla Kim research | $35,000 |
| Children's Hospital 300 Longwood Ave Boston MA 02215 | Asthma Program-Ms. Klements program | $30,000 |
| Southcoast Hospital 101 Page Street New Bedford MA 02740 | Breathe Free program | $30,000 |
| Asthma & Allergy Foundation of America | Asthma Education and Awareness | $25,000 |
| Boston Community Pediatrics | To assist with Covid-19 vaccine education and counseling. | $25,000 |
| Campaign for Tobacco Free Kids | Advocacy program - Take Down Tobacco | $25,000 |
| Children's Wisconsin Foundation | Support for Vaping project | $25,000 |
| University of California Berkeley | Gift to UC Regents to assist with research | $25,000 |
| Health Resources in Action | Training of Community Health Workers in acute and chronic respiratory conditions | $25,000 |
| Vital CXNS | Assist with programs related to Long Covid | $25,000 |
| Lamoille Family Center | Educating students on dangers of vaping | $20,000 |
| Iowa City Free Medical Clinic | Assist with funding for Medical clinic for support for patients with asthma and breathing issues | $20,000 |
| World of Pink | to assist with manufacturing and delivery of post operative bras | $10,000 |
| NewtonSan Juan del Sur Sister City Project | assist with costs to build eco stoves | $8,448 |
| Action on Smoking and Health(ASH) | General funding for non-smokers rights | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Hilary Worthen
- Edward R Martin
- Patricia Shepard
Questions people ask
Does The Thoracic Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Thoracic Foundation give?
$523,448 in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Thoracic Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Hilary Worthen (Trustee), Edward R Martin (Trustee) and Patricia Shepard (Trustee).
What does The Thoracic Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and science and research.