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Peter & Elizabeth C Tower Foundation Trust is a private trust based in GETZVILLE, NY. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1991. It holds total assets of $121.1M. Annual income is reported at $27M. Total assets have grown from $69.2M in 2011 to $123.2M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 12 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Tax records are available from 2020 to 2023. The foundation primarily funds organizations in Massachusetts and New York. According to available records, Peter & Elizabeth C Tower Foundation Trust has made 544 grants totaling $20.4M, with a median grant of $20K. Annual giving has grown from $6.3M in 2020 to $7.7M in 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $100 to $806K, with an average award of $38K. The foundation has supported 366 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Massachusetts, New York, Georgia, which account for 95% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 14 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$150
Median Grant
$16K
Average Grant
$35K
Largest Grant
$450K
Based on 180 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.
Peter & Elizabeth C Tower Foundation Trust primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 544 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in MA, NY, GA.
Peter & Elizabeth C Tower Foundation Trust has distributed a total of $20.4M across 544 grants. The median grant size is $20K, with an average of $38K. Individual grants have ranged from $100 to $806K.
The application deadline is APPLICATIONS DUE 1/15/20, 4/29/20, AND 8/26/20. Four distinct funding categories: learning disabilities, intellectual disabilities, mental health and substance use disorder. Each category has its own objective, target population, and funding priorities. Awards may not be used for the private benefit of any grant recipient, attempt to influence legislation, or attempt to influence or intervene in any political campaign. The foundation released funding restrictions in 2020 to respond to the needs of grantees caused by the covid 19 pandemic.
Peter & Elizabeth C Tower Foundation Trust is headquartered in GETZVILLE, NY. While based in NY, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 14 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tracy Sawicki | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | $201K | $22K | $226K |
| Randolph Treece | ATTORNEY TRUSTEE | $100K | $0 | $100K |
| David M Welbourn | TRUSTEE | $14K | $0 | $14K |
| James H Weiss | TRUSTEE | $13K | $0 | $13K |
| Donna Owens | TRUSTEE | $12K | $0 | $12K |
| Marie Cannon | TRUSTEE | $3K | $0 | $3K |
| Peter T Byrnes | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Cynthia T Doyle | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| John H Byrnes | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Mollie M Doyle | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Mollie Tower Byrnes | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Robert M Doyle | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$11.5M
Total Assets
$123.2M
Fair Market Value
$149.6M
Net Worth
$123.1M
Grants Paid
$7.7M
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$7.3M
Distribution Amount
$7.1M
Total: $35.5M
Total Grants
544
Total Giving
$20.4M
Average Grant
$38K
Median Grant
$20K
Unique Recipients
366
Most Common Grant
$5K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts General HospitalCHARITABLE | Charlestown, MA | $806K | 2023 |
| Power Of Place Learning CommunititesCHARITABLE | Burlington, MA | $751K | 2023 |
| Institute For Nonprofit PracticeCHARITABLE | Dedham, MA | $363K | 2023 |
| Brookline Community Mental Health Center IncCHARITABLE | Brookline, MA | $333K | 2023 |
| Center For Public RepresentationCHARITABLE | Northampton, MA | $153K | 2023 |
| Community Foundation For NantucketCHARITABLE | Nantucket, MA | $150K | 2023 |
| City Of Gloucester Health DepartmentCHARITABLE | Gloucester, MA | $150K | 2023 |
| City Of NewburyportCHARITABLE | Newburyport, MA | $143K | 2023 |
| Bridges From BordersincCHARITABLE | East Amherst, NY | $121K | 2023 |
| Western New York Nonprofit Support GroupCHARITABLE | Buffalo, NY | $110K | 2023 |
| Plummer Youth PromiseCHARITABLE | Salem, MA | $110K | 2023 |
| Calmer ChoiceCHARITABLE | Osterville, MA | $106K | 2023 |
| John Ashford Link House IncCHARITABLE | Salisbury, MA | $105K | 2023 |
| Jewish Family Service Of Buffalo & Erie CountyCHARITABLE | Buffalo, NY | $102K | 2023 |
| Our Lady Of Victory Homes Of CharityCHARITABLE | Lackawanna, NY | $100K | 2023 |
| Massachusetts Advocates For ChildrenCHARITABLE | Boston, MA | $100K | 2023 |
| Health Law AdvocatesCHARITABLE | Boston, MA | $100K | 2023 |
| Melmark New EnglandCHARITABLE | Andover, MA | $99K | 2023 |
| Gay & Lesbian Youth Services Of Western New York IncCHARITABLE | Buffalo, NY | $90K | 2023 |
| Care Management Coalition Of Western New York IncCHARITABLE | Buffalo, NY | $90K | 2023 |
| Fairwinds -- Nantucket'S Counseling Center IncCHARITABLE | Nantucket, MA | $82K | 2023 |
| Behavioral Health Innovators IncCHARITABLE | S Chatham, MA | $75K | 2023 |
| Essex County Community FoundationCHARITABLE | Danvers, MA | $75K | 2023 |
| The Pettengill House IncCHARITABLE | Amesbury, MA | $70K | 2023 |
| Buffalo Federation Of Neighborhood CentersCHARITABLE | Buffalo, NY | $70K | 2023 |
| Ccb FoundationCHARITABLE | Rockport, MA | $68K | 2023 |
| Ub Family MedicineCHARITABLE | Buffalo, NY | $64K | 2023 |
| Alcoholism Council In Niagara Countynorthpointe Council IncCHARITABLE | Niagara Falls, NY | $61K | 2023 |
| Sharing Kindness IncCHARITABLE | Orleans, MA | $61K | 2023 |
| Pathways For Children IncCHARITABLE | Gloucester, MA | $60K | 2023 |
| B Free Wellness IncCHARITABLE | Hyannis, MA | $58K | 2023 |
| Utec IncCHARITABLE | Lowell, MA | $55K | 2023 |
| Explore & More - The Ralph C Wilson Jr Children'S MuseumCHARITABLE | Buffalo, NY | $55K | 2023 |
| Raw Art Works IncCHARITABLE | Lynn, MA | $55K | 2023 |
| Martha'S Vineyard Public SchoolsCHARITABLE | Vineyard Haven, MA | $55K | 2023 |
| Beyond Support NetworkCHARITABLE | Buffalo, NY | $54K | 2023 |
| Rockport MusicCHARITABLE | Rockport, MA | $50K | 2023 |
| Gigi'S Playhouse BuffaloCHARITABLE | Buffalo, NY | $50K | 2023 |
| The Ron Clark AcademyCHARITABLE | Atlanta, GA | $50K | 2023 |
| Western New York Independent Living IncCHARITABLE | Buffalo, NY | $50K | 2023 |
| Home Headquarters IncCHARITABLE | Syracuse, NY | $50K | 2023 |
| Cape Cod Toy Library IncCHARITABLE | E Harwich, MA | $50K | 2023 |
| Parent Network Of Western New York IncCHARITABLE | Buffalo, NY | $50K | 2023 |
| Erie County Medical Center CorporationCHARITABLE | Buffalo, NY | $49K | 2023 |
| Healing Hub Of Ny IncCHARITABLE | Cheektowaga, NY | $49K | 2023 |
| Salem State University Foundation IncCHARITABLE | Salem, MA | $45K | 2023 |
| Martha'S Vineyard Community Services IncCHARITABLE | Vineyard Haven, MA | $43K | 2023 |
| Mental Health Advocates Of WnyCHARITABLE | Buffalo, NY | $43K | 2023 |
| Buffalo Center For Arts And TechnologyCHARITABLE | Buffalo, NY | $41K | 2023 |
| Cape Cod Children'S PlaceCHARITABLE | North Eastham, MA | $40K | 2023 |