The Vingo Trust III
Preselected recipients only
The Vingo Trust III is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $225,726 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $25,726. 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$225,726
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$25,726
- Assets$0
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $10,000 | 1 | $215,216 |
| 2024 | $0 | 0 | $222,883 |
| 2025 | $225,726 | 11 | $0 |
How to apply
The Vingo Trust III 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 Vingo Trust III funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 5 | $105,726 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $40,000 |
| California | 1 | $20,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $20,000 |
| New York | 1 | $20,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Peabody Essex Museum | General purpose | $25,726 |
| The Isabella Stuart Gardner Museum | General purpose | $20,000 |
| WGBH | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Cornell University | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Brigham & Womens Hospital | General purpose | $20,000 |
| The Trust for Public Land | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Cape Ann Museum | General purpose | $20,000 |
| National Trust Historic Preservation | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Vanderbilt University Medical Center | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Vanderbilt University | General purpose | $20,000 |
| George Mason University Foundation Inc | General purpose | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John E Glovsky Esq
- Catherine C Lastavica
- Peter Mulholland
Questions people ask
Does The Vingo Trust III accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Vingo Trust III give?
$225,726 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Vingo Trust III?
Its 2025 filing lists John E Glovsky Esq (Co-Trustee), Catherine C Lastavica (Co-Trustee) and Peter Mulholland (Co-Trustee).
What does The Vingo Trust III fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and health.