The Blossom Fund Charles R Platt Et Al Trustees
Historical FunderBoston, Massachusetts · EIN 22-3297205 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $200,000 and $300,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | CHARLES R PLATT |
|---|---|
| Address | HEMEMWAY BARNES LLP 75 STATE STREET, BOSTON MA 021091466 |
| Phone | 6172277940 |
| Form and materials | SEND LETTER STATING ALONG WITH 3 COPIES OF MATERIAL DESCRIBING THE PROJECT, 3 COPIES OF SUPPORTING MATERIAL(DETAILED BUDGETS FOR BOTH THE ORGANIZATION AND THE SPECIFIC PROJECT FOR WHICH FUNDING IS BEING REQUESTED) AND A COPY OF YOUR ORGANIZATIONS IRS LETTER OF DETERMINATION INDICATING TAX-EXEMPT STATUS. |
| Deadlines | SEPTEMBER 15 AND MARCH 15. |
| Restrictions | APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER DEADLINE UNLESS IT FALLS ON A WEEKEND OR HOLIDAY. A REPORT ON THE USE OF A PRIOR GRANT IS REQUIRED BEFORE A NEW PROPOSAL WILL BE CONSIDERED |
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
80% of grants went outside Massachusetts.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hampton University | Hampton, VA | Summer bridge program | $410,129 |
| Boothbay Region YMCA | East Boothbay, ME | The boothbay affordable housing initiative | $300,000 |
| College of the Atlantic | Bar Harbor, ME | The campaign for student success | $300,000 |
| Bennington College | Bennington, VT | $200,000 | |
| Just Zero | Sturbridge, MA | To support the 10 for 100 campaign | $100,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,310,129 | 5 |
| 2024 | $360,000 | 3 |
| 2023 | $863,251 | 8 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631329349102728
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 22-3297205
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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