Spooner John and Susan Charitable Trust
Invitation OnlyBoston, Massachusetts · EIN 04-6878983 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $20,000.
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.
Where it gives
0% of grants went outside Massachusetts.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harvard University | Cambridge, MA | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Ace Mentor Program Greater Boston | Wakefield, MA | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Jimmy Fund Pmc | Brookline, MA | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
The return also lists 1 grant to individuals ($2,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $25,500 | 4 |
| 2023 | $29,300 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 10, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202513149349102356
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 04-6878983
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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