The Dennis Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyBoston, Massachusetts · EIN 04-6119803 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$88K
Organizations funded16
Typical grant$2,500
Total assets$2.7M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,500 and $10,000.
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
87% of grants went outside Massachusetts.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Americans For Oxford Inc | New York, NY | General Purpose | $19,000 |
| Catalytic Impact Foundation | Hingham, MA | General Purpose | $10,000 |
| Ensaaf Inc | Sacramento, CA | General Purpose | $10,000 |
| Gold Mind | Mt Charleston, NV | General Purpose | $10,000 |
| The Philanthropy Workshop Inc | New York, NY | General Purpose | $10,000 |
| Dowagiac Arts Inc | Los Angeles, CA | General Purpose | $7,500 |
| Disabled American Veterans Charitable Service Trust | Erlanger, KY | General Purpose | $5,000 |
| Blue Star Families | Encinitas, CA | General Purpose | $2,500 |
| Homes for Our Troops | Taunton, MA | General Purpose | $2,500 |
| Patriot Paws Service Dogs | Rockwall, TX | General Purpose | $2,500 |
| Brooklyn Animal Action | Brooklyn, NY | General Purpose | $2,000 |
| Forever Foundation for Texas Wildlife | New Braunfels, TX | General Purpose | $2,000 |
| Animal Defense League of Texas | San Antonio, TX | General Purpose | $1,500 |
| National Arts Club | New York City, NY | General Purpose | $1,500 |
| Canine Companions for Independence | Santa Rosa, CA | General Purpose | $1,000 |
| Waco Foundation | Waco, TX | General Purpose | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $88,000 | 16 |
| 2023 | $127,500 | 23 |
| 2022 | $125,500 | 26 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Mar 5, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202610649349100121
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 04-6119803
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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