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Lynch Foundation is a private co-operative based in BOSTON, MA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1988. It holds total assets of $146.8M. Annual income is reported at $214.1M. Total assets have grown from $91.9M in 2012 to $146.8M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 11 officers and trustees. Forges partnerships with nonprofit organizations whose innovative ideas have the potential to sustain, multiply and influence the lives of others. Supports four primary giving areas: education, cultural and historic preservation, health care and wellness, and Roman Catholic Church religious and educational efforts. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2024. The foundation primarily funds organizations in Greater Boston, Massachusetts and Selective national grants. According to available records, Lynch Foundation has made 407 grants totaling $34.9M, with a median grant of $40K. Annual giving has grown from $8M in 2020 to $17.6M in 2022. Individual grants have ranged from $550 to $2.1M, with an average award of $86K. The foundation has supported 169 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Massachusetts, New Jersey, District of Columbia, which account for 92% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 14 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$3K
Median Grant
$42K
Average Grant
$88K
Largest Grant
$1.7M
Based on 91 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
Supports educational initiatives including higher education institutions, K-12 schools, and educational support organizations. Focuses on access and opportunity for quality education, teacher development, student support, and specialized education programs.
Supports the preservation and restoration of cultural and historical sites and organizations.
Supports health care and wellness initiatives across the Greater Boston community.
Supports religious and educational initiatives of the Roman Catholic Church.
Forges partnerships with nonprofit organizations whose innovative ideas have the potential to sustain, multiply and influence the lives of others. Supports four primary giving areas: education, cultural and historic preservation, health care and wellness, and Roman Catholic Church religious and educational efforts. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 407 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in MA, NJ, DC.
Lynch Foundation has distributed a total of $34.9M across 407 grants. The median grant size is $40K, with an average of $86K. Individual grants have ranged from $550 to $2.1M.
Must be a not-for-profit entity. Must align with the Foundation's mission of creating sustainable social change. No emergency or immediate funding available. Foundation generally does not fund more than 5% of an organization's total budget. Reapplication waiting periods: if rejected for funding similar orgs, wait 12-18 months; if rejected for any reason, must wait 5 years; if awarded, must wait 5 years before next request.
Lynch Foundation is headquartered in BOSTON, MA. While based in MA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 14 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kathryn M Everett | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | $543K | $90K | $633K |
| Peter S Lynch | PRESIDENT AND CHAIRMAN | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Elizabeth De Montrichard | SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Ralph C Sweetland Md | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Richard Spillane | TREASURER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Marie-Claude Tanny | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Anne Lukowski | VICE PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| John Regan | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Amanda Fernandez | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Nancy Coolidge | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Mary Witkowski | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$146.8M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$146.5M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
407
Total Giving
$34.9M
Average Grant
$86K
Median Grant
$40K
Unique Recipients
169
Most Common Grant
$25K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catholic Schools FoundationENDOWMENT SUPPORT | Boston, MA | $2.1M | 2022 |
| Artists For HumanityLEADERSHIP TRANSITION FUND | Boston, MA | $530K | 2022 |
| Mass Housing Investment CorporationCITY FRESH FOODS | Boston, MA | $500K | 2022 |
| Archdiocese Of BostonCARDINAL'S APPEAL, CLERGY BENEFIT TRUST, CATHOLIC SCHOOLS SUPPORT | Braintree, MA | $274K | 2022 |
| St Mary'S Center For Women And ChildrenCAROLYN LYNCH CHILDREN'S CENTER | Dorchester, MA | $258K | 2022 |
| Neighborhood VillagesCOMPREHENSIVE WORKFORCE PATHWAYS INITIATIVE | Boston, MA | $255K | 2022 |
| Notre Dame Cristo Rey High SchoolCAPITAL CAMPAIGN | Methuen, MA | $250K | 2022 |
| Renew InternationalENDOWMENT SUPPORT AND PROGRAM EXPANSION | Plainfield, NJ | $200K | 2022 |
| Trustees Of ReservationsBOSTON ONE WATERFRONT INITIATIVE | Beverly, MA | $200K | 2022 |
| Boston Children'S HospitalRESEARCH CENTER | Boston, MA | $180K | 2022 |
| Father'S UpliftCAPACITY BUILDING | Boston, MA | $155K | 2022 |
| American Federation For ChildrenCATHOLIC SCHOOLS DATABASE | Washington, DC | $150K | 2022 |
| Sacred Heart School KingstonEARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM | Kingston, MA | $140K | 2022 |
| St Mary Of The Assumption SchoolEARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM | Brookline, MA | $138K | 2022 |
| Ron Burton Training VillageCAPITAL CAMPAIGN | Hubbardston, MA | $125K | 2022 |
| Lynch Leadership AcademyGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Chestnut Hill, MA | $113K | 2022 |
| Ymca Of Greater BostonMETCO PARTNERSHIP & ENDOWMENT SUPPORT | Boston, MA | $110K | 2022 |
| Cambridge CollegeSCHOLARSHIP SUPPORT | Boston, MA | $107K | 2022 |
| Innercity WeightliftingPROGRAM EXPANSION | Boston, MA | $101K | 2022 |
| Found In TranslationGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Boston, MA | $100K | 2022 |
| Camp Harbor View FoundationGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Boston, MA | $100K | 2022 |
| Fidelity CharitableDISCRETIONARY GRANTS | Boston, MA | $100K | 2022 |
| Order Of Malta American AssociationCAPITAL CAMPAIGN | New York, NY | $100K | 2022 |
| Teach For America MassachusettsPROGRAM EXPANSION | Boston, MA | $100K | 2022 |
| The Boston FoundationEMBRACE BOSTON | Boston, MA | $100K | 2022 |
| Boston Celtics Shamrock FoundationBOSTON CELTICS UNITED FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE INITIATIVE | Boston, MA | $100K | 2022 |
| The Center For Early EducationCAPITAL CAMPAIGN | West Hollywood, CA | $100K | 2022 |
| Massachusetts Early College AllianceGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Weston, MA | $100K | 2022 |