Weld Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Weld Foundation is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.1 million in 66 grants; the typical grant was $7,750 and the largest $140,250. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants66
- Typical grant$7,750
- Largest grant$140,250
- Assets$22.9 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was up from $958,050 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 | $946,350 | 63 | $21.7 million |
| 2024 | $958,050 | 61 | $23.5 million |
| 2025 | $1.1 million | 66 | $22.9 million |
How to apply
Weld 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 Weld Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 16 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 7 | $357,120 |
| Maine | 19 | $315,350 |
| New York | 9 | $123,620 |
| South Carolina | 10 | $110,700 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $30,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $27,270 |
| Vermont | 3 | $27,000 |
| California | 3 | $22,700 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $20,000 |
| Rhode Island | 3 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Haven Sustainable Housing | General | $140,250 |
| Pingree School | General | $118,170 |
| Salem Hospital | General | $104,900 |
| Great Rock Church | General | $61,350 |
| Maine College of Art and Design | General | $61,350 |
| Watchtower Bible and Tract Society of New York Inc | General | $61,350 |
| Beaufort Academy | General | $38,200 |
| Child Abuse Prevention Association (Capa) | General | $30,000 |
| Mount Washington Observatory | General | $30,000 |
| Peabody Essex Museum | General | $25,000 |
| Windrush Farm Therapeutic Equitation | General | $20,000 |
| Marblehead Museum | General | $17,700 |
| Island Institute | General | $17,350 |
| Roman Catholic Bishop of Portland | General | $16,350 |
| Alzheimer Research and Prevention Foundation | General | $12,270 |
| American Red Cross | General | $12,270 |
| Leukemia and Lymphoma Society | General | $12,270 |
| Multiple Sclerosis Foundation | General | $12,270 |
| Beaufort Charities | General | $12,000 |
| Lake Champlain Waldorf School | General | $12,000 |
| Watermans Community Center | General | $12,000 |
| Maine Coast Heritage Trust | General | $11,350 |
| Catholic Relief Services | General | $10,000 |
| Food for the Poor | General | $10,000 |
| Founding Fish Network | General | $10,000 |
| Friends of Caroline | General | $10,000 |
| Issue One | General | $10,000 |
| Kathmandu Valley Preservation Trust | General | $10,000 |
| Spring Street Climate Fund | General | $10,000 |
| Unite for Health Foundation | General | $10,000 |
| Upper West Side Cinema Center | General | $10,000 |
| Wild Salmon Center | General | $10,000 |
| Rozalia Project | General | $8,000 |
| Area Interfaith Outreach | General | $7,500 |
| Preble Street Resource Center | General | $7,500 |
| Vermont Food Bank | General | $7,000 |
| Southern Harbor Elder Services | General | $6,000 |
| Vinalhaven Housing Initiative | General | $6,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | General | $6,000 |
| The Film Collaborative Inc | General | $5,700 |
Officers and trustees
- C-F David Boit
- Thomas R Appleton
Questions people ask
Does Weld Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Weld Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2025, across 66 grants, with a typical grant of $7,750.
Who runs Weld Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists C-F David Boit (Trustee) and Thomas R Appleton (Trustee).
What does Weld Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and health.