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Also known as: (FKA WOMEN'S INITIATIVE FOR PROGRESS)
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Womens Initiative For Progress is a private trust based in CAMBRIDGE, MA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2018. The principal officer is Kristiana Dakos. It holds total assets of $658K. Annual income is reported at $375K. Total assets have grown from $232K in 2019 to $521K in 2023. The foundation is governed by 1 officer or trustee. 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 2023. According to available records, Womens Initiative For Progress has made 14 grants totaling $160K, with a median grant of $12K. Annual giving has decreased from $100K in 2022 to $60K in 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $4K to $15K, with an average award of $11K. The foundation has supported 7 unique organizations. Grants have been distributed to organizations in Massachusetts and Maine. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
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Womens Initiative For Progress primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 14 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in MA, ME.
Womens Initiative For Progress has distributed a total of $160K across 14 grants. The median grant size is $12K, with an average of $11K. Individual grants have ranged from $4K to $15K.
Womens Initiative For Progress typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Womens Initiative For Progress is headquartered in CAMBRIDGE, MA. While based in MA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 2 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kristina Dakos | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$68K
Total Assets
$521K
Fair Market Value
$601K
Net Worth
$521K
Grants Paid
$60K
Contributions
$147K
Net Investment Income
$67K
Distribution Amount
$22K
Total: $395K
Total Grants
14
Total Giving
$160K
Average Grant
$11K
Median Grant
$12K
Unique Recipients
7
Most Common Grant
$10K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penikese Island SchoolGENERAL FUND | Woods Hole, MA | $15K | 2023 |
| Hurricane Island CenterGENERAL FUND | Rockland, ME | $11K | 2023 |
| Found In TranslationGENERAL FUND | Dorchester, MA | $10K | 2023 |
| Science Club For GirlsGENERAL FUND | Cambridge, MA | $10K | 2023 |
| Boston Debate LeagueGENERAL FUND | Boston, MA | $10K | 2023 |
| Apprentice LearningGENERAL FUND | Jamaica Plain, MA | $4K | 2023 |
| Hurricane Island FoundationGENERAL FUND | Rockland, ME | $13K | 2022 |