Tinker Island Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Tinker Island Foundation is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $785,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $392,500 and the largest $500,000. 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$785,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$392,500
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$32.4 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.0 million the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.0 million | 2 | $27.7 million |
| 2024 | $785,000 | 2 | $32.4 million |
How to apply
Tinker Island 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 1 | $500,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $285,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund | Program development | $500,000 |
| Now and There Inc | Program development | $285,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Edward C Johnson IV
- Daniel M Ardito
Questions people ask
Does Tinker Island Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tinker Island Foundation give?
$785,000 in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $392,500.
Who runs Tinker Island Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Edward C Johnson IV (President & Secretary) and Daniel M Ardito (Treasurer).