Lemay Family Goodworks
Preselected recipients only
Lemay Family Goodworks is a private foundation in North Hampton, New Hampshire. In tax year 2025 it gave $962,541 in 33 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $512,834. 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$962,541
- Number of grants33
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$512,834
- Assets$3.7 million
- New grantees91%
Giving in 2025 was up from $121,100 the year before.
91% of its 2025 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 | $121,100 | 11 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $962,541 | 33 | $3.7 million |
How to apply
Lemay Family Goodworks 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 Lemay Family Goodworks funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New Hampshire.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Hampshire | 24 | $891,101 |
| Massachusetts | 6 | $43,250 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $20,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $5,490 |
| California | 1 | $2,700 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gather | Unrestricted | $512,834 |
| Swim With A Mission | Unrestricted | $128,645 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of NH | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Cross Roads House | Unrestricted | $38,197 |
| The Chase Home | Unrestricted | $37,800 |
| Reds Good Vibes | Unrestricted | $32,520 |
| Boston Medflight | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Sert (Seacoast Emergency Response Team) | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Swim Across America | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Speedway Children's Charities | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| I Got Bridged | Unrestricted | $7,500 |
| Seacoast Science Center | Unrestricted | $6,600 |
| Footprints Food Pantry | Unrestricted | $5,490 |
| Camp Resilience NH | Unrestricted | $5,150 |
| Brigham and Women's Hospital | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Nantucket Boys & Girls Club | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| National Ms Society | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Portsmouth Elks Lodge #97 (Elks National Foundation) | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Seacoast Community School | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Step Up Parents | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Vet's Rest Stop | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| My Breast Cancer Support | Unrestricted | $3,500 |
| Adopt A Highway | Unrestricted | $2,700 |
| Top Soccer | Unrestricted | $2,505 |
| 603 United | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Camp Belknap | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Connor's Climb Foundation | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Cradles to Crayons | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Humble Grunt Work | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Magnolia House | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| The Homeland Heros Foundation | Unrestricted | $1,850 |
| We Ride So They Fly | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Cape Cod BMX | Unrestricted | $750 |
Officers and trustees
- Michelle Lemay
- Michael A Bass
Questions people ask
Does Lemay Family Goodworks accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lemay Family Goodworks give?
$962,541 in tax year 2025, across 33 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Lemay Family Goodworks?
Its 2025 filing lists Michelle Lemay (Trustee) and Michael A Bass (Trustee).
What does Lemay Family Goodworks fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and health.