The White Companies Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
The White Companies Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Auburn, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $155,482 in 86 grants; the typical grant was $500 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$155,482
- Number of grants86
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$5.1 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2025 was up from $128,598 the year before.
39% 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 | $129,155 | 81 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $128,598 | 92 | $3.7 million |
| 2025 | $155,482 | 86 | $5.1 million |
How to apply
The White Companies Charitable Trust 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 White Companies Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 69 | $120,020 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $10,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $5,100 |
| New York | 3 | $4,112 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $2,500 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $1,000 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $950 |
| Florida | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| All Saints Church | Annual support | $20,000 |
| Community Harvest Project | Annual support | $20,000 |
| PKD Foundation | Annual support | $10,000 |
| Town of Gosnold (Cuttyhunk) | General support | $10,000 |
| Town of Gosnold (Cuttyhunk) | General support | $10,000 |
| The Forman School | Annual fund | $8,500 |
| Donate Life America | Annual holiday donation | $5,000 |
| Old Sturbridge Village | General support | $5,000 |
| YMCA Central Ma | General support | $5,000 |
| Revitalize CDC | General support | $3,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | General support | $2,500 |
| Detectogether | General support | $2,500 |
| Easterseals Massachusetts | Annual support | $2,500 |
| Falmouth Service Center | General support | $2,500 |
| Parksinson's Foundation | Annual support | $2,500 |
| PMC | General support | $2,500 |
| PMC | General support | $2,500 |
| The Friends of Nobska Light Inc | General support | $2,500 |
| The Hanover Theater | General support | $2,500 |
| Wentworrth | General support | $2,500 |
| American Foundation for Suicide Prevention | General support | $2,012 |
| Beyond the 4 Walls | Jamaica hurricane support | $2,000 |
| Northeastern University - We Care Emergency Fund | General support | $2,000 |
| PMC | General support | $2,000 |
| Cummings School Veterinary Fund | General support | $1,500 |
| Little Britches | General support | $1,500 |
| Campaign for Wpi | General support | $1,000 |
| Dana Farber Cancer Institute | General support | $1,000 |
| Dana Farber Cancer Institute | General support | $1,000 |
| Open Sky Community Services | Annual support | $1,000 |
| PMC | General support | $1,000 |
| San Francisco Study Center | General support | $1,000 |
| Worcester Area Mission Society | Annual support | $1,000 |
| Anna Maria College Fund | General support | $750 |
| Friends of Bass River Fund | General support | $750 |
| St Jude's Hospital | General support | $750 |
| The Cape Playhouse | General support | $750 |
| Cape Cod Healthcare Foundation | General support | $600 |
| Cape Cod Times Needy Fund | General support | $600 |
| Aqua Riders of Holland | General support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- David H White
- Heather E Whitney
- Mark L Donahue
Questions people ask
Does The White Companies Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The White Companies Charitable Trust give?
$155,482 in tax year 2025, across 86 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs The White Companies Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists David H White (Trustee), Heather E Whitney (Trustee) and Mark L Donahue (Trustee).
What does The White Companies Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and health.