Mission Hill-Fenway Neighborhood Trust Inc
Historical FunderBoston, Massachusetts · EIN 04-3498622 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $10,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | LAUREN DEWEY PLATT |
|---|---|
| Address | 41 PARK DRIVE, BOSTON MA 02215 |
| Phone | 6174290480 |
| LDEWEYPLATT@GMAIL.COM | |
| Form and materials | THE APPLICATION IS SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY THROUGH THE ORGANIZATION'S WEBSITE, HTTPS://MISSIONHILLFENWAYNT.ORG. IF THE ORGANIZATION RECEIVED A GRANT FROM THE FOUNDATION IN THE PRIOR YEAR, INCLUDE DOCUMENTATION OF EXPENDITURES OF LAST YEAR'S AWARD OR THE CURRENT YEAR PROPOSAL WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. |
| Deadlines | PROPOSALS SHOULD BE SUBMITTED BETWEEN FEBRUARY 1, 2025 AND MARCH 31, 2025 AT 5:00PM. |
| Restrictions | LIMITED TO PROVIDING GRANTS TO COMMUNITY-BASED MISSION HILL AND FENWAY NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATIONS, AND OTHER CIVIC GROUPS DEDICATED TO PROMOTING AND ENHANCING QUALITY OF LIFE IN THE COMMUNITY THROUGH PROJECTS AND PROGRAMS FOR RESIDENTS IN THE ARTS AND EDUCATION, YOUTH SPORTS AND RECREATION, ACTIVITIES FOR SENIORS, COMMUNITY GARDENS, AFFORDABLE HOUSING, SOCIAL SERVICES, AND WHATEVER THE BOARD OF THE FOUNDATION DEEMS APPROPRIATE. |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operation Peace | Boston, MA | Program support | $20,000 |
| Missionsafe a New Beginning Inc | Boston, MA | Program support | $13,370 |
| Sociedad Latina Inc | Roxbury, MA | Program support | $12,500 |
| Fenway Community Center at Virdian Inc | Boston, MA | Program support | $11,600 |
| Fenway Community Development Corporation | Boston, MA | Program support | $10,000 |
| Kaji Aso Studio Inc | Boston, MA | Program support | $8,000 |
| Mission Hill Neighborhood Housing Services Inc | Boston, MA | Program support | $8,000 |
| Boston Building Materials Coop Charitable & Educational Fund Inc | Roxbury Crossing, MA | Program support | $7,500 |
| Boston Self Help Center Inc | Roxbury, MA | Program support | $7,000 |
| Friends of Ramler Park Inc | Boston, MA | Program support | $6,929 |
| Mission Hill Main Streets | Boston, MA | Program support | $6,820 |
| Massachusetts College of Art and Design Foundation Inc | Boston, MA | Program support | $6,000 |
| Boston Debate League | Boston, MA | Program support | $5,000 |
| National Braille Press Inc | Boston, MA | Program support | $5,000 |
| Phillips Brooks House Association Inc | Cambridge, MA | Program support | $4,520 |
| Arts Talks | Boston, MA | Program support | $4,500 |
| Back of the Hill Community Development Corporation | Jamaica Plain, MA | Program support | $4,180 |
| Boston Comic Arts Foundation Ltd | Salem, MA | Program support | $4,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $144,919 | 18 |
| 2024 | $117,391 | 15 |
| 2023 | $125,525 | 15 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Feb 20, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202620519349100522
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 04-3498622
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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