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Highland Street Connection is a private association based in NEWTON, MA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1990. It holds total assets of $60.4M. Annual income is reported at $7.4M. Total assets have decreased from $175.9M in 2011 to $60.4M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 5 officers and trustees. Committed to addressing the most pressing needs and concerns for children and families in Massachusetts and California by providing access to education, housing, mentorship, healthcare, environment, and arts programs. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2020 to 2024. The foundation primarily funds organizations in Massachusetts and California. According to available records, Highland Street Connection has made 1,281 grants totaling $20.2M, with a median grant of $5K. The foundation has distributed between $3.5M and $7.8M annually from 2020 to 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $7.8M distributed across 484 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $100 to $360K, with an average award of $16K. The foundation has supported 471 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Massachusetts, California, District of Columbia, which account for 95% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 15 states.
Smallest Grant
$250
Median Grant
$6K
Average Grant
$16K
Largest Grant
$160K
Based on 220 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Committed to addressing the most pressing needs and concerns for children and families in Massachusetts and California by providing access to education, housing, mentorship, healthcare, environment, and arts programs. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 1,281 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in MA, CA, DC.
Highland Street Connection has distributed a total of $20.2M across 1,281 grants. The median grant size is $5K, with an average of $16K. Individual grants have ranged from $100 to $360K.
Highland Street Connection typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals. Does not accept unsolicited grant proposals. Grants stem from relationships trustees have built with nonprofit partners. No open submission deadlines or pre-established funding limits.
Highland Street Connection is headquartered in NEWTON, MA. While based in MA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 15 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blake Jordan | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | $466K | $20K | $486K |
| David J Mcgrath Iii | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Joann Mcgrath | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Michael Keating | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Sean P Mcgrath | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$60.4M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$55.4M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
1,281
Total Giving
$20.2M
Average Grant
$16K
Median Grant
$5K
Unique Recipients
471
Most Common Grant
$1K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| CrossroadsFOR YOUTH PROGRAMMING. | Duxbury, MA | $52K | 2023 |
| Boston FoundationFOR COMMUNITY. | Boston, MA | $36K | 2023 |
| Eisenhower Health FoundationFOR HEALTHCARE. | Rancho Mirage, CA | $205K | 2023 |
| Ymca Of Greater BostonFOR COMMUNITY. | Boston, MA | $145K | 2023 |
| Greater Boston Food BankFOR COMMUNITY. | Boston, MA | $128K | 2023 |
| Boston Symphony OrchestraFOR EMPOWERMENT. | Boston, MA | $120K | 2023 |
| Camp Harbor ViewFOR YOUTH PROGRAMMING. | Boston, MA | $101K | 2023 |
| Catholic Schools FoundationFOR EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS. | Boston, MA | $100K | 2023 |
| Boston CollegeFOR EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS. | Chestnut Hill, MA | $100K | 2023 |
| Campaign For Catholic SchoolsFOR RELIGIOUS. | Boston, MA | $100K | 2023 |
| Nativity School Of WorcesterFOR EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS. | Worcester, MA | $68K | 2023 |
| Boston Public Library FundFOR COMMUNITY. | Boston, MA | $60K | 2023 |
| SquashbustersFOR YOUTH PROGRAMMING. | Roxbury Crossing, MA | $60K | 2023 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs Of BostonFOR YOUTH PROGRAMMING. | Boston, MA | $57K | 2023 |
| Living DesertFOR ARTS AND CULTURE. | Palm Desert, CA | $57K | 2023 |
| Olive CrestFOR EMPOWERMENT. | Palm Desert, CA | $53K | 2023 |
| Palm Springs International Film SocietyFOR ARTS AND CULTURE. | Palm Springs, CA | $51K | 2023 |
| Boston Health Care For The Homeless ProgramFOR COMMUNITY. | Boston, MA | $50K | 2023 |
| Alverno CollegeFOR EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS. | Milwaukee, WI | $50K | 2023 |
| Neighborhood VillagesFOR COMMUNITY. | Boston, MA | $50K | 2023 |
| English For New BostoniansFOR EMPOWERMENT. | Boston, MA | $50K | 2023 |
| Be Like Brit FoundationFOR YOUTH PROGRAMMING. | Worcester, MA | $50K | 2023 |
| Mentor The National Mentoring PartnershipFOR MENTORING. | Boston, MA | $50K | 2023 |
| Kennedy Center For The Performing ArtsFOR ARTS AND CULTURE. | Washington, DC | $50K | 2023 |
| Friends Of The Public GardenFOR COMMUNITY. | Boston, MA | $40K | 2023 |
| Xavier College Preparatory High SchoolFOR EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS. | Palm Desert, CA | $35K | 2023 |
| Clergy Health And Retirement TrustFOR RELIGIOUS. | Braintree, MA | $35K | 2023 |
| Bellesini AcademyFOR EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS. | Lawrence, MA | $33K | 2023 |
| Martha'S Village And KitchenFOR COMMUNITY. | Indio, CA | $33K | 2023 |
| Bethel Institute For Community DevelopmentFOR EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS. | Jamaica Plain, MA | $30K | 2023 |
| Pioneer Institute For Public Policy ResearchFOR EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS. | Boston, MA | $30K | 2023 |
| Palm Springs Art MuseumFOR ARTS AND CULTURE. | Palm Springs, CA | $30K | 2023 |
| Mccallum TheatreFOR COMMUNITY. | Palm Desert, CA | $30K | 2023 |
| Saint Francis HouseFOR COMMUNITY. | Boston, MA | $28K | 2023 |
| Catholic CharitiesFOR EMPOWERMENT. | Boston, MA | $26K | 2023 |
| Boston Children'S MuseumFOR COMMUNITY. | Boston, MA | $26K | 2023 |
| Gavin FoundationFOR COMMUNITY. | South Boston, MA | $25K | 2023 |
| Massachusetts Housing And Shelter AllianceFOR EMPOWERMENT. | Boston, MA | $25K | 2023 |
| Adopt-A-Student FoundationFOR EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS. | Boston, MA | $25K | 2023 |
| Mama'S HouseFOR COMMUNITY. | Palm Desert, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| College Of The Desert FoundationFOR EMPOWERMENT. | Palm Desert, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| Project PlaceFOR EMPOWERMENT. | Boston, MA | $25K | 2023 |
| The Summer CampFOR YOUTH PROGRAMMING. | Bridgton, ME | $25K | 2023 |
| Veterans Legal ServicesFOR EMPOWERMENT. | Boston, MA | $25K | 2023 |
| Breaktime United IncFOR COMMUNITY. | Boston, MA | $25K | 2023 |
| Nativity Preparatory School Of New BedfordFOR EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS. | New Bedford, MA | $25K | 2023 |
| Institute For Nonprofit PracticeFOR EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS. | Needham, MA | $25K | 2023 |
| Carroll Center For The Blind IncFOR EMPOWERMENT. | Newton, MA | $25K | 2023 |
| Center For Women & EnterpriseFOR EMPOWERMENT. | Boston, MA | $25K | 2023 |
| Homestart IncFOR COMMUNITY. | Boston, MA | $25K | 2023 |