Greater Boston Council on Alcoholism Inc
Historical FunderWatertown, Massachusetts · EIN 22-2647045 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $7,500.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | KELLY MAHONEY CO LYNN BRATLEY |
|---|---|
| Address | 21 CHURCH LANE, WATERTOWN MA 02472 |
| Phone | 6179595634 |
| GRANTSMANAGER@GBCOA.ORG | |
| Form and materials | WRITTEN REQUEST STATING PURPOSE, PLAN OF USE AND TIME TABLE |
| Deadlines | REQUEST SUBMISSIONS IN APRIL AND SEPTEMBER |
| Restrictions | GREATER BOSTON AREA |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
0% of grants went outside Massachusetts.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2Nd Act Recovery | Boston, MA | Substance abuse recovery program | $7,500 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Stoneham & Wakefield | Stoneham, MA | Expand sbirt program | $7,500 |
| Cambridge Health Alliance | Cambridge, MA | Mental health/substance use service | $7,500 |
| Interfaith Social Services | Quincy, MA | Sustain prevention & treatment services administered by directions counseling | $7,500 |
| Lifebridge | Salem, MA | Substance abuse & recovery support | $7,500 |
| Mass Organization for Addiction Recovery | Boston, MA | Annual recovery day celebration | $7,500 |
| Mujeres Unidas Avanzando | Dorchester, MA | Alcolhol prevention education | $7,500 |
| Rfk Community Alliance | Lancaster, MA | Substance abuse | $7,500 |
| Round Table Inc | South Boston, MA | Develop programs aimed at adolescents | $7,500 |
| Self Esteem Boston | Jamaica Plain, MA | Alcohol and recovery programs | $7,500 |
| Victory Programs | Boston, MA | Addiction training | $7,500 |
| Boston Bulldogs | Brighton, MA | Helping people in recovery with groups for walking, running, wellness and meditation | $5,000 |
| Gavin Foundation | Boston, MA | Outdoor meeting space | $5,000 |
| Maria Droste Counseling Services | Quincy, MA | Substance abuse treatment | $5,000 |
| Maura Wilkins Foundation | Braintree, MA | Affordable retreats, workshops, and events for individuals in recovery from alcohol and substance abuse | $5,000 |
| YWCA Malden Center for Women | Malden, MA | Youth substance abuse outreach program | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $107,500 | 16 |
| 2023 | $88,170 | 14 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed May 27, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202521479349100507
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 22-2647045
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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