Woosox Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Woosox Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Worcester, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $163,149 in 77 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $46,288. 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$163,149
- Number of grants77
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$46,288
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2024 was down from $179,196 the year before.
57% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $179,196 | 77 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $163,149 | 77 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Woosox Foundation Inc 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Woosox Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 67 | $111,899 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $5,500 |
| Rhode Island | 5 | $2,150 |
| Puerto Rico | 1 | $2,100 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| California | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Umass Memorial Health | Organization support | $46,288 |
| YMCA Central Massachusetts | Organization support | $10,000 |
| Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Inc | Organization support | $6,200 |
| Make an Impact Foundation Inc | Organization support | $5,000 |
| Seven Hills Foundation | Organization support | $3,800 |
| United Way of Central Massachusetts Inc | Organization support | $2,500 |
| Fontaine Community Foundation Inc | Organization support | $2,250 |
| Roberto Clemente Foundation Corp | Organization support | $2,100 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Worcester | Organization support | $2,000 |
| Latin American Business Organization (Labo) | Organization support | $2,000 |
| Worcester Historical Museum | Organization support | $2,000 |
| Pedro Martinez Foundation | Organization support | $1,980 |
| Centro Las Americas Inc | Organization support | $1,350 |
| Heart of New England Council Bsa Inc | Organization support | $1,250 |
| Veterans Inc | Organization support | $1,250 |
| 365Z Foundation Inc | Organization support | $1,000 |
| Best Buddies Ma & Ri | Organization support | $1,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Massachusetts | Organization support | $1,000 |
| Bob Woodruff Foundation | Organization support | $1,000 |
| Casa Project Inc | Organization support | $1,000 |
| Girls Incorporated of Worcester | Organization support | $1,000 |
| Reliant Foundation | Organization support | $1,000 |
| Senior Connection Inc | Organization support | $1,000 |
| The Angel Fund for ALS Research | Organization support | $1,000 |
| The Joey O'Donnell Foundation | Organization support | $1,000 |
| The New England Center for Children Inc | Organization support | $1,000 |
| The Shine Initiative | Organization support | $1,000 |
| Veterans Legal Services | Organization support | $1,000 |
| Whitin Community Center | Organization support | $1,000 |
| Worcester County Reserve Deputy Charitable Foundation Inc | Organization support | $1,000 |
| YMCA of Pawtucket Inc | Organization support | $1,000 |
| Operating Engineers Local 4 Charitable Foundation Inc | Organization support | $900 |
| Friendly House Inc | Organization support | $800 |
| Rhode Island Hospital Foundation | Organization support | $800 |
| The Sports Museum of New Engand | Organization support | $800 |
| Worcester Public Library Foundation | Organization support | $800 |
| Adult & Teen Challenge Massachusetts | Organization support | $700 |
| Asthma & Allergy Foundation of America New England Chapter | Organization support | $625 |
| AIDS Project Worcester Inc | Orgaization support | $500 |
| Advocates Inc | Organization support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Charles Steinberg
- Larry Lucchino
- Mike Tamburro
- Jack Verducci
- Steve Oliveira
- Kim Miner
- Joe Bradlee
- Chirag Mithani
- Peter Freund
- Jason Emmett
Questions people ask
Does Woosox Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Woosox Foundation Inc give?
$163,149 in tax year 2024, across 77 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Woosox Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Charles Steinberg (President), Larry Lucchino (Director (Dec. 4/2/24)), Mike Tamburro (Director) and Jack Verducci (Director) among 10 officers and trustees.
What does Woosox Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and community development.