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Also known as: C/O BERGER KATZ WEISHAUS
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Wellspring Foundation is a private association based in CANTON, MA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1986. The principal officer is Aba. It holds total assets of $3.3M. Annual income is reported at $1.4M. Total assets have grown from $2M in 2011 to $3.3M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 3 officers and trustees. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2023. According to available records, Wellspring Foundation has made 29 grants totaling $820K, with a median grant of $20K. Annual giving has grown from $180K in 2021 to $310K in 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $330K distributed across 8 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $5K to $75K, with an average award of $28K. The foundation has supported 24 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in New York, Massachusetts, Texas, which account for 76% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 7 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$10K
Median Grant
$15K
Average Grant
$18K
Largest Grant
$40K
Based on 10 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
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Wellspring Foundation is a private foundation that provides grants to eligible organizations. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 29 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in NY, MA, TX.
Wellspring Foundation has distributed a total of $820K across 29 grants. The median grant size is $20K, with an average of $28K. Individual grants have ranged from $5K to $75K.
Wellspring Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Wellspring Foundation is headquartered in CANTON, MA. While based in MA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 7 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashley Pettus | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Elise Pettus | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Brewster Pettus | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$372K
Total Assets
$3.3M
Fair Market Value
$6.8M
Net Worth
$3.3M
Grants Paid
$310K
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$316K
Distribution Amount
$307K
Total: $3.2M
Total Grants
29
Total Giving
$820K
Average Grant
$28K
Median Grant
$20K
Unique Recipients
24
Most Common Grant
$10K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transportation AlternativesGENERAL | New York, NY | $10K | 2023 |
| United Church Of ChristGENERAL | Cornwall, CT | $10K | 2021 |
| National Resources Defnse CouncilGENERAL | Cambridge, MA | $60K | 2023 |
| Center For Reproductive RightsGENERAL | New York, NY | $50K | 2023 |
| Clean Air Task Force IncGENERAL | Boston, MA | $50K | 2023 |
| League Of Women Voters Voter Educational FundGENERAL | Albany, NY | $35K | 2023 |
| Lone Star Justice AllianceGENERAL | Austin, TX | $30K | 2023 |
| Educational Video CenterGENERAL | New York, NY | $25K | 2023 |
| National Alliance On Mental IllnessGENERAL | Arlington, VA | $20K | 2023 |
| Ny League Of Conservation Voters Education FundGENERAL | New York, NY | $10K | 2023 |
| Regional Plan AssociationGENERALGENERALGENERAL | New York, NY | $10K | 2023 |
| Campaign For Fair Sentencing Of YouthGENERAL | Washington, DC | $10K | 2023 |
| National Resources Defense CouncilGENERAL | New York, NY | $75K | 2022 |
| Evergreen Collaborative Co The Life You Can SaveGENERAL | Novato, CA | $75K | 2022 |
| Coalition For The HomelessGENERAL | Lynn, MA | $50K | 2022 |
| Transformational Prison ProjectGENERAL | Boston, MA | $10K | 2022 |
| Strategies For YouthGENERAL | Cambridge, MA | $5K | 2022 |
| League Of Conservation Voters Education FundGENERAL | Washington, DC | $20K | 2021 |
| The Center For Reproductive RightsGENERAL | New York, NY | $20K | 2021 |
| Physical Plant TheaterGENERAL | Austin, TX | $20K | 2021 |
| Education Video CenterGENERAL | New York, NY | $10K | 2021 |
| Dogaholix IncGENERAL | New York, NY | $10K | 2021 |
| Reach Out And Read Of Greater New YorkGENERAL | New York, NY | $10K | 2021 |
| Libraries Without BordersGENERAL | Washington, DC | $10K | 2021 |