Salem Community Benefits Inc
Historical FunderSalem, New Hampshire · EIN 02-0499456 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,000 and $2,500.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | Joseph Sapienza |
|---|---|
| Address | 3 South Broadway, Salem NH 03079 |
| Phone | 6038905602 |
| JSapienza@salemcoop.com | |
| Form and materials | Charitable organizations interested in learning more about the Grant Program, or who wish to obtain an application form, should visit the website: https://www.salemcoop.com/about-us/salem-community-benefit/ Applicants will need to provide the following materials with their requests for funding: a copy of their IRS determination letter; a board list; audited financial statements or a copy of their last tax filing with the IRS; the applicant's current operating budget and project budget; a copy of the board resolution to apply for funding; and a completed application. |
| Deadlines | None. |
| Restrictions | Limited to organizations in the greater Salem, NH area. All qualified community needs will be considered. Charitable organizations interested in learning more or who wish to obtain an application form should contact the Salem Community Benefit, Inc. using the information provided provided above and at this webpage: https://www.salemcoop.com/about-us/contact-us/ |
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
60% of grants went outside New Hampshire.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catholic Charities New Hampshire (dba NH Food Bank) | Manchester, NH | General Operating Support | $10,000 |
| Bread and Roses | Lawrence, MA | General Operating Support | $2,500 |
| The Upper Room | Derry, NH | General Operating Support | $2,500 |
| Neighbors in Need | Lawrence, MA | General Operating Support | $2,000 |
| Merrimack Valley Dream Center | Lawrence, MA | General Operating Support | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $18,000 | 5 |
| 2024 | $58,000 | 9 |
| 2023 | $110,000 | 10 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jul 27, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202612089349100016
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 02-0499456
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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