The John and Gertrude Donovan Foundation
Invitation OnlyWestwood, Massachusetts · EIN 20-6393550 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$61K
Organizations funded34
Typical grant$1,000
Total assets$452K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $600 and $2,000.
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
41% of grants went outside Massachusetts.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Circle of Hope | Needham, MA | Unrestricted | $12,500 |
| First Parish of Westwood | Westwood, MA | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Hale Education | Westwood, MA | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Friends of Falmouth Dogs | Falmouth, MA | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| American Legion | Indanapolis, IN | Unrestricted | $2,100 |
| Marine Corps League | Stafford, VA | Unrestricted | $2,100 |
| Falmouth Service Center | Falmouth, MA | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Guide Dogs of America | Sylmar, GA | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Mclean Fund | Belmont, MA | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | New York, NY | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Focus on Tanzanian Communities | Watertown, MA | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Atlanta, GA | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Jeff's Place | Framingham, MA | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Mara Elephant Project | Carmel, IN | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Pan Mass Challenge | Needham, MA | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Women for Women International | Washington, DC | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Housing Assistance | Hyannis, MA | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Literations | Boston, MA | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University | North Grafton, MA | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Heifer International | Little Rock, AR | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Summer Stars | Norwell, MA | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Horse Sensibility | Sherborn, MA | Unrestricted | $800 |
| Compassion and Choice | Portland, OR | Unrestricted | $750 |
| Globe Santa | Taunton, MA | Unrestricted | $700 |
| African Wildlife Foundation | Washington, DC | Unrestricted | $600 |
| Christmas in the City | Salem, NH | Unrestricted | $600 |
| Pine Street Inn | Boston, MA | Unrestricted | $600 |
| Westwood Community Chest | Westwood, MA | Unrestricted | $600 |
| Nehov | Burrillville, RI | Unrestricted | $600 |
| Pva New England Chapter | Walpole, MA | Unrestricted | $600 |
| American Veterans | Hyatsville, MD | Unrestricted | $600 |
| Boston Rescue Mission | Boston, MA | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Mspca | Jamaica Plain, MA | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Special Olympics | Washington, DC | Unrestricted | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $60,650 | 34 |
| 2024 | $54,277 | 27 |
| 2023 | $88,900 | 42 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Sep 10, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202602539349101215
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-6393550
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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