The Foss Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Foss Family Foundation is a private foundation in Concord, New Hampshire. In tax year 2025 it gave $648,150 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $125,000. 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$648,150
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$125,000
- Assets$8.2 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2025 was up from $458,333 the year before.
10% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $394,813 | 1 | $7.7 million |
| 2024 | $458,333 | 22 | $8.1 million |
| 2025 | $648,150 | 21 | $8.2 million |
How to apply
The Foss 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 The Foss Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New Hampshire.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Hampshire | 19 | $603,150 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $25,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pittfield Firefighters Assoc | General support | $125,000 |
| Pittsfield Middle High School | General support | $83,150 |
| Pittsfield Youth Workshop | General support | $55,000 |
| Granite State Vna | General support | $50,000 |
| Concord Hospital Trust | General support | $40,000 |
| NH Food Bank | General support | $40,000 |
| Chad | General support | $30,000 |
| Live and Let Live Farm | General support | $30,000 |
| Pittsfield NH Library Josiah Carpenter Library | General support | $30,000 |
| Mspca Angell | General support | $25,000 |
| Make A Wish Foundation | General support | $20,000 |
| The Friendly Kitchen | General support | $20,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club | General support | $20,000 |
| Kremples Center | General support | $15,000 |
| Granite State YMCA | General support | $15,000 |
| The Pittsfield Players | General support | $15,000 |
| Blueberry Express | General support | $10,000 |
| Pope Memorial SPCA | General support | $10,000 |
| Davids House | General support | $7,000 |
| NH Grange | General support | $5,000 |
| Secret Santa | General support | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert Pike
- Carol Pike
- Tim Davidson
- J Daniel Davidson
- Adam Davidson
- Ross Morse
Questions people ask
Does The Foss Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Foss Family Foundation give?
$648,150 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Foss Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert Pike (Trustee), Carol Pike (Trustee/Pres), Tim Davidson (Trustee) and J Daniel Davidson (Treasurer) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Foss Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and youth programs.