Dorchester Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Dorchester Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Morristown, New Jersey. In tax year 2024 it gave $161,554 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $80,777 and the largest $135,704. 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$161,554
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$80,777
- Largest grant$135,704
- Assets$0
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $21,879 the year before.
100% 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 | $21,879 | 3 | $369,031 |
| 2024 | $161,554 | 2 | $0 |
How to apply
Dorchester 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 1 | $135,704 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $25,850 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Overlook Foundation | General support | $135,704 |
| New Life Furniture Bank | General support | $25,850 |
Officers and trustees
- John C Walcott
- Christopher C Walcott
- Laura Walcott Cromarty
- Peter M Walcott
Questions people ask
Does Dorchester Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dorchester Foundation Inc give?
$161,554 in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $80,777.
Who runs Dorchester Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists John C Walcott (President/Trustee), Christopher C Walcott (Trustee), Laura Walcott Cromarty (Trustee) and Peter M Walcott (Secretary/Treasurer/Ttee).