The Franchi-Hershoff Family Charitable Foundation
Invitation OnlyNorwell, Massachusetts · EIN 45-6659007 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$8,340
Organizations funded9
Typical grant$259
Total assets$42K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $104 and $575.
From the return
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
55% of grants went outside Massachusetts.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Rochester | Rochester, NY | University support | $5,000 |
| Lake Winnipesaukee Association | Meredith, NH | Environmental preservation | $1,500 |
| United Methodist Church | Watertown, MA | Donation | $575 |
| Castle Preservation Society | Moultonborough, NH | Environmental preservation | $500 |
| Dana Farber Cancer | Boston, MA | Research | $259 |
| Birnbaum Foundation | Watertown, MA | Education | $250 |
| Gifford Cat Shelter | Brighton, MA | General support | $104 |
| Tuftonboro Firefighters Association | Center Tuftonboro, NH | Firefighter support | $100 |
| Mazon Ajewish Response to Hunger | Sherman Oaks, CA | Community support | $52 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,340 | 9 |
| 2024 | $34,631 | 11 |
| 2023 | $7,650 | 10 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641329349104324
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 45-6659007
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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