The Behrakis Foundation
Historical FunderLexington, Massachusetts · EIN 04-3348263 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,750 and $5,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | STEPHANIE B LIAKOS TRUSTEE |
|---|---|
| Address | 19 MUZZEY STREET, LEXINGTON MA 02421 |
| Phone | 7818619114 |
| Form and materials | APPLICATIONS SHOULD INCLUDE: SUMMARIZING COVER LETTER, A NARRATIVE PROPOSAL, PROJECT AND AGENCY BUDGETS, COPIES OF THE MOST RECENT IRS RULING, A FINANCIAL STATEMENT AND AUDIT REPORT, AND A LIST OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. |
| Deadlines | APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE SUBMITTED BETWEEN OCTOBER 1 AND JUNE 30 FOR THE CURRENT FISCAL YEAR. |
| Restrictions | MINIMUM GRANTS ARE $100 PER ORGANIZATION. |
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
16% of grants went outside Massachusetts.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dana Farber Cancer Institute | Brookline, MA | Health | $45,000 |
| Boys Club of Lowell | Lowell, MA | Civic | $10,000 |
| Crossroads | Boston, MA | Religious | $10,000 |
| National Hellenic Society | Annandale, VA | Cultural | $10,000 |
| Project Mexico | Pasadena, CA | Religious | $10,000 |
| Brigham and Women's Hospital Lung Center | Boston, MA | Health | $7,500 |
| Whistler House | Lowell, MA | Cultural | $5,500 |
| Ministry Awards | Brookline, MA | Religious | $5,000 |
| Mspca- Nevins Farm | Boston, MA | Animal welfare | $5,000 |
| Holy Trinity Golf | Lowell, MA | Religious | $5,000 |
| Mbc Golf | Brookline, MA | Religious | $5,000 |
| Archons of the Ecumenical Patriarchate | NY, NY | Religious | $5,000 |
| Boys Club of Lowell | Lowell, MA | Civic | $5,000 |
| Hellenic Aa PTA | Lowell, MA | Education | $5,000 |
| International Orthodox Christian Charities (Hurricane Helene) | Towson, MD | Humanitarian | $5,000 |
| Kosmos Project | Brookline, MA | Education | $5,000 |
| Lowell Assoc for the Blind Reissued | Lowell, MA | Health | $5,000 |
| Whistler House 200Th | Lowell, MA | Cultural | $5,000 |
| Uml Student Archivist | Lowell, MA | Education | $5,000 |
| Holy Trinity Festival Sponsor | Lowell, MA | Religious | $3,000 |
| Strongwater Farm | Tewksbury, MA | Health | $3,000 |
| Uncommon Threads | Lawrence, MA | Civic | $3,000 |
| Project Learn | Lowell, MA | Education | $2,500 |
| Project Mexico | Chula Vista, CA | Religious | $2,500 |
| Dyouville Manor | Lowell, MA | Health | $2,000 |
| New England Conservatory | Boston, MA | Education | $2,000 |
| St Bonafice | Newton, MA | Health | $2,000 |
| Boys Club of Lowell 2023 Holiday Auction | Lowell, MA | Civic | $1,750 |
| Hellenic Womens Eok | Brookline, MA | Culture | $1,300 |
| American Legion Post 247 | Tyngsboro, MA | Civic | $1,000 |
| American Legion Post 247 | Tyngsboro, MA | Civic | $1,000 |
| American Legion Post 247 | Tyngsboro, MA | Civic | $1,000 |
| Lowell Parks & Conservation Trust | Lowell, MA | Civic | $1,000 |
| Walk Ms | Boston, MA | Health | $530 |
| American Friends of the Blind | Portsmouth, NH | Health | $500 |
| Pollard Library | Lowell, MA | Education | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $186,580 | 36 |
| 2023 | $141,750 | 31 |
| 2022 | $111,273 | 23 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Jan 15, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202630159349100113
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 04-3348263
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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