William S Kaiser Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
William S Kaiser Family Foundation is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $434,999 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $8,666 and the largest $300,000. 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$434,999
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$8,666
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$9.7 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2024 was down from $450,000 the year before.
75% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $199,999 | 12 | $8.2 million |
| 2023 | $450,000 | 9 | $8.9 million |
| 2024 | $434,999 | 12 | $9.7 million |
How to apply
William S Kaiser Family 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 William S Kaiser Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 6 | $385,666 |
| California | 2 | $24,333 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $5,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art Foundation Inc | Support | $300,000 |
| Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival Inc | Support | $50,000 |
| Palestine Children's Relief Fund | Support | $16,000 |
| Boston Youth Symphony Orchestras Inc | Support | $10,000 |
| Danspace Project Inc | Support | $10,000 |
| Collective Power for Reproductive Justice | Support | $9,000 |
| A Jewish Voice for Peace Inc | Support | $8,333 |
| Bagly Inc | Support | $8,333 |
| Safe Passageinc | Support | $8,333 |
| World Central Kitchen Inc | Support | $5,000 |
| Portland Community Squash | Support | $5,000 |
| Farestart | Support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William S Kaiser
- William Walser Resigned 22824
Questions people ask
Does William S Kaiser Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does William S Kaiser Family Foundation give?
$434,999 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $8,666.
Who runs William S Kaiser Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists William S Kaiser (Trustee) and William Walser Resigned 22824 (Trustee).
What does William S Kaiser Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and youth programs.