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Riggs Cove Foundation is a private trust based in WESTON, MA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2000. The principal officer is Fiduciary Trust Co. It holds total assets of $515K. Annual income is reported at $115K. Total assets have decreased from $646K in 2011 to $515K in 2024. The foundation is governed by 2 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. 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, Maine and Virginia. According to available records, Riggs Cove Foundation has made 67 grants totaling $139K, with a median grant of $2K. Annual giving has decreased from $95K in 2022 to $44K in 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $8K, with an average award of $2K. The foundation has supported 24 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Massachusetts, Maine, Virginia, which account for 75% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 8 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$500
Median Grant
$1K
Average Grant
$2K
Largest Grant
$7K
Based on 23 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.
Riggs Cove Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 67 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in MA, ME, VA.
Riggs Cove Foundation has distributed a total of $139K across 67 grants. The median grant size is $2K, with an average of $2K. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $8K.
Riggs Cove Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Riggs Cove Foundation is headquartered in WESTON, MA. While based in MA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 8 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aldus H Chapin Ii | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| J Brian Potts | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$515K
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$515K
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
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Net Investment Income
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Distribution Amount
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Total Grants
67
Total Giving
$139K
Average Grant
$2K
Median Grant
$2K
Unique Recipients
24
Most Common Grant
$1K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bowdoin International Music FestivalPROVIDE GIFTED YOUNG MUSICIANS WITH AN OPPORTUNITYTO STUDY & PERFORM | Brunswick, ME | $8K | 2023 |
| South Shore YmcaCOMMITTED TO STRENGTHENING COMMUNITIES BY NUTURINGTHE POTENITAL OF KIDS | Quincy, MA | $5K | 2023 |
| Williston Northampton SchoolTO MAKE EDUCATIONTRANSFORMATIVE FOR OUR STUDENTS | Easthampton, MA | $5K | 2023 |
| Acton Wakefield Watershed AllianceDEDICATED TO PROTECTING AND RESTORING WATER QUALITIY IN ACTON/WAKEFIELD NH | Union, NH | $3K | 2023 |
| Friends Of Accotink CreakFOSTER ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESSEDUCATION & ENHANCE RECREATIONAL USERESTORE HABITATS & PRESERVE LAND | Springfield, VA | $3K | 2023 |
| WomanadePROVIDING SHORT-TERMFINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TOINDIVIDUALS & FAMILIES IN NEED | Concord, NH | $2K | 2023 |
| Trustee Of Tufts CollegePREMIER UNIVERSITY DEDICATEDTO EDUCATING NEW LEADERSFOR A CHANGING WORLD | Medford, MA | $2K | 2023 |
| Hingham Historical SocietyDEDICATED TO PRESERVING,COLLECTING & EXHIBITING, THE TOWN OF HINGHAM | Hingham, MA | $2K | 2023 |
| Marshfield Food PantryTO REDUCE THE RISKOF HUNGER IN OURTOWN | Marshfield, MA | $2K | 2023 |
| Miss Hall'S SchoolPROVIDING EXCEPTIONAL ACADEMICEDUCATION SO STUDENTS CANCONTRIBUTE TO THE COMMON GOOD | Pittsfield, MA | $2K | 2023 |
| Coastal Maine Botanical GardensINSPIRE MEANINGFUL CONNECTIONSAMONG PEOPLE, PLANTS & NATURETHROUGH HORTICULTURE & EDUCATION & RESERACH | Boothbay, ME | $2K | 2023 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of MarshfieldYOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROVIDINGPROGRAMS & SERVICES TO THE CHILDREN & FAMILIES | Marshfield, MA | $2K | 2023 |
| Hallie Hill Animal SanctuarySANCTURAY FOR ABANDONED,ABUSED OR NEGLECTED ANIMALS | Hollywood, SC | $1K | 2023 |
| Annandale Volunteer Fire DepartmentSAVE LIVES, PROTECTPROPERTY & SERVE THECOMMUNITY | Annadale, VA | $1K | 2023 |
| Brazelton TouchpointsDEDICATED TO STRENGTHENINGTHE FAMILIES OF YOUNGCHILDREN & THE SYSTEMS OF CARE | Boston, MA | $1K | 2023 |
| Salisbury SchoolALL BOYS SCHOOL THAT OFFERSDIVERSE CURRICULUM DESIGNED TO PREPARE FOR COLLEGE.PARTICIPATE IN SPORTS & OFFERINGS IN THE ARTS. | Salisbury, CT | $1K | 2023 |
| Fessenden SchoolTO CREATE AN ACADEMIC EXPERIENCETHAT NUTURES & ENCOURAGES BOYS TO STRIVE WITH CONFIDNECE & HUMILITY | West Newton, MA | $1K | 2023 |
| Braddock Elementary School PtaRAISES AWAREMESS AND SUPPORTFOR PROGRAMS THAT ENRICH THE EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE FOR OUR STUDENTS | Annandale, VA | $1K | 2023 |
| American Youth Phil OrchestrasEDUCATE YOUNG MUSICIANSGIVE THEM OPPORTUNITIES TOLEARN THROUGH CLASSICAL | Annandale, VA | $500 | 2023 |
| Scituate Animal ShelterANIMAL SHELTER AND RESOURCE FORPET WELFARE | Scituate, MA | $500 | 2023 |
| Washington BalletCONTRIBUTE TO THE EVOLUTION OF BALLET | Washington, DC | $500 | 2023 |
| Zoo New EnglandINSPIRE PEOPLE TO PROTECT & SUSTAIN THE NATURAL WORLD FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS | Boston, MA | $2K | 2022 |
| Mass Audubon-Ipswich River SanctuaryNATURE-BASED CONSERVATIONFOCUSING ON CHALLENGES FACINGTHE ENVIORNMENT | Topsfield, MA | $1K | 2022 |