Surest Inc
Invitation OnlyCambridge, Massachusetts · EIN 85-4284216 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $2,000.
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 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
66% of grants went outside Massachusetts.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Global Giving | Washington, DC | Charitable purposes | $5,200 |
| The Fistula Foundation | San Jose, CA | Charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Phillips Brooks House Association | Cambridge, MA | Charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Rosie's Place Inc | Boston, MA | Charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Amnesty International USA | New York, NY | Charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| International Rescue Committee | Albert Lea, MN | Charitable purposes | $1,000 |
The return also lists 10 grants to individuals ($16,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $27,200 | 16 |
| 2024 | $18,500 | 15 |
| 2023 | $16,310 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jun 1, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621529349100857
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 85-4284216
- Profile updated Nov 8, 2026
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