Mary Dana Wells Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Mary Dana Wells Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Johnston, Rhode Island. In tax year 2025 it gave $317,520 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $63,504 and the largest $111,132. 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$317,520
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$63,504
- Largest grant$111,132
- Assets$6.7 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $310,574 the year before.
0% 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 | $276,287 | 5 | $6.2 million |
| 2024 | $310,574 | 5 | $6.1 million |
| 2025 | $317,520 | 5 | $6.7 million |
How to apply
Mary Dana Wells Charitable Trust 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 Mary Dana Wells Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 4 | $285,768 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $31,752 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Eye & Ear Infirmary | Unrestricted gift | $111,132 |
| Harvard University - Medical School | Unrestricted gift | $63,504 |
| Boston University Office of Planned Giving | Unrestricted gift | $63,504 |
| The Children's Medical Center | Unrestricted gift | $47,628 |
| Connecticut Landmarks | Unrestricted gift | $31,752 |
Officers and trustees
- Citizens N A
Questions people ask
Does Mary Dana Wells Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mary Dana Wells Charitable Trust give?
$317,520 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $63,504.
Who runs Mary Dana Wells Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Citizens N A (Trustee).
What does Mary Dana Wells Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.