Xeric Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Xeric Foundation is a private foundation in Northampton, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $355,000 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$355,000
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$6.4 million
- New grantees52%
Giving in 2024 was up from $235,000 the year before.
52% 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 | $235,000 | 15 | $6.1 million |
| 2024 | $355,000 | 23 | $6.4 million |
How to apply
Xeric 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Xeric Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 7 | $130,000 |
| Maine | 8 | $110,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $30,000 |
| New York | 2 | $25,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $25,000 |
| New Hampshire | 2 | $15,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Medical Center | General contribution | $30,000 |
| Museum of Fine Arts Boston | General contribution | $30,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Northern New England | General contribution | $30,000 |
| Portland Museum of Art | General contribution | $30,000 |
| The Eric Carle Museum of Picture BK Art Inc | General contribution | $30,000 |
| Sandy Hook Promise Foundation | General contribution | $25,000 |
| American Civil Liberties Union | General contribution | $20,000 |
| Cooley Dickinson Hospital | General contribution | $20,000 |
| Williston Northampton School | General contribution | $20,000 |
| Umass English Department | General contribution | $15,000 |
| Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland | General contribution | $10,000 |
| Equality Maine Foundation | General contribution | $10,000 |
| Maine Needs | General contribution | $10,000 |
| Childrens Museum & Theater of Maine | General contribution | $10,000 |
| Umass Amherst Foundation | General contribution | $10,000 |
| Parkinsons Foundation | General contribution | $10,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | General contribution | $10,000 |
| The Woodman Musuem | General contribution | $10,000 |
| The Food Bank | General contribution | $5,000 |
| Unh Foundation | General contribution | $5,000 |
| The Telling Room | General contribution | $5,000 |
| Marina Mammals of Maine | General contribution | $5,000 |
| The Authors Guild Foundation | General contribution | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Peter A Laird
- Christopher B Milne
- Jeannine Atkins
Questions people ask
Does Xeric Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Xeric Foundation give?
$355,000 in tax year 2024, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Xeric Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Peter A Laird (President), Christopher B Milne (Vice President) and Jeannine Atkins (Executive Vice-President).
What does Xeric Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and health.