The Sachem Foundation
Accepts applications
The Sachem Foundation is a private foundation in Providence, Rhode Island. In tax year 2025 it gave $165,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $65,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$165,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$65,000
- Assets$3.6 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $113,327 the year before.
33% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $110,000 | 6 | $2.9 million |
| 2024 | $113,327 | 3 | $3.3 million |
| 2025 | $165,000 | 3 | $3.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Frank Mauran IV 90 Elm Street, Providence, RI 02903 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (401) 274-1550 |
| What to submit | No set form |
| Restrictions | No restrictions - will make contributions to public charities. |
What The Sachem Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $65,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| International Documentry Association | General support | $65,000 |
| American Revolution Institute of the Society of the Cincinnati | General support | $50,000 |
| Hope Club Preservation Fund | General support | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Frank Mauran IV
- Elizabeth Eley
- Elizabeth R Mauran
- Pauline Metcalf
Questions people ask
Does The Sachem Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Sachem Foundation give?
$165,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs The Sachem Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Frank Mauran IV (President & Secretary), Elizabeth Eley (Treasurer), Elizabeth R Mauran (Vice President) and Pauline Metcalf (Director).
What does The Sachem Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international.