It Kicks Foundation Inc
Historical FunderLawrence, Massachusetts · EIN 88-3991632 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $40,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | IT KICKS FOUNDATION INC |
|---|---|
| Address | 2 INTERNATIONAL WAY, LAWRENCE MA 01843 |
| Phone | 2028283568 |
| Form and materials | IT KICKS! FOUNDATION PROVIDES GRANTS TO NONPROFITS THAT FOCUS ON SUPPORTING YOUTH DEVELOPMENT AND EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR PEOPLE OF ALL AGES. AN ORGANIZATION MUST HAVE BEEN DETERMINED TAX-EXEMPT UNDER SECTION 501(C)(3) OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE CODE AND RECEIVED A PERMANENT OR ADVANCE I.R.S. DETERMINATION LETTER THAT DESCRIBES THE AGENCY AS A PUBLICLY SUPPORTED CHARITY AS DEFINED IN SECTIONS 170 (B)(1)(A)(6) OR (A)(6) TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR A GRANT FROM THE IT KICKS! FOUNDATION. THE FOUNDATION SERVES COMMUNITIES WITHIN MASSACHUSETTS, NEW HAMPSHIRE AND MAINE. APPLICANTS MUST BE LOCATED WITHIN THIS REGION TO QUALIFY FOR ASSISTANCE. |
| Deadlines | NO SPECIFIC DEADLINE, DECISIONS TYPICALLY MADE WITHIN 3 MONTHS OF SUBMISSION, EXCEPT JULY & AUGUST. |
| Restrictions | WHILE THE FOUNDATION WILL CONSIDER LARGER GRANTS ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS, TYPICAL AWARDS RANGE FROM $10,000 TO $50,000. CAPITAL GRANTS ARE BASED ON THE SCOPE AND BUDGET OF THE PROJECT. |
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 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Esperanza Academy | Lawrence, MA | General purpose | $331,250 |
| Ne Arc | Danvers, MA | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Lawrence Community Works Inc | Lawrence, MA | General purpose | $40,000 |
| Ydo | Lawrence, MA | General purpose | $35,000 |
| Lazarus House | Lawrence, MA | General purpose | $25,800 |
| Aaron's Presents | Andover, MA | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Lovelane Spec Needs Horse | Lincoln, MA | General purpose | $15,000 |
| Lucy's Love Bus | Amesbury, MA | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Eccf | Beverly, MA | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Merrimack Valley YMCA (Andelade) | Lawrence, MA | General purpose | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $547,050 | 10 |
| 2024 | $580,800 | 9 |
| 2023 | $500,000 | 12 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Aug 28, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202622409349100952
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 88-3991632
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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