Scherr Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyNewton, Massachusetts · EIN 04-6906119 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$37K
Organizations funded8
Typical grant$1,500
Total assets$866K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $2,500.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
25% of grants went outside Massachusetts.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dana Farber Cancer Institute | Boston, MA | General support | $15,000 |
| JCC Greater Boston | Newton, MA | General support | $12,800 |
| Ceres | Boston, MA | General support | $2,500 |
| Combined Jewish Philanthropies | Boston, MA | General support | $2,000 |
| Bob Parson Foundation | Scottsdale, AZ | General support | $1,500 |
| The Schwartz Center | Boston, MA | General support | $1,000 |
| 2 Life Communities | Brighton, MA | General support | $1,000 |
| Waterville Adaptive Sports | Waterville Valley, NH | General support | $720 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $36,520 | 8 |
| 2023 | $9,300 | 4 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 5, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202543099349101819
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 04-6906119
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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