The Kelly and Michael Tzannes Foundation
Invitation OnlyBoston, Massachusetts · EIN 04-3542187 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$24K
Organizations funded17
Typical grant$1,000
Total assets$622K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 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
29% of grants went outside Massachusetts.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metalwerx | Waltham, MA | To support their programs | $5,000 |
| Camp Jabberwocky | Vineyard Haven, MA | To support their programs | $2,500 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters | Boston, MA | To support their programs | $2,500 |
| Mass Eye and Ear | Boston, MA | To support their programs | $2,000 |
| Westport Land Trust | Westport, MA | To support their programs | $2,000 |
| Greater Boston Food Bank | Boston, MA | To support their programs | $1,500 |
| Obama Presidential Center | Chicago, IL | To support their programs | $1,500 |
| In Control Crash Prevention | Lexington, MA | To support their programs | $1,000 |
| The Wish Project | Lowell, MA | To support their programs | $1,000 |
| Sandy Hook Promise | Newton, CT | To support their programs | $1,000 |
| Shatterprooforg | New York, NY | To support their programs | $1,000 |
| Boston Foundation | Boston, MA | To support their programs | $1,000 |
| Ascentria Care Alliance | Worcester, MA | To support their programs | $500 |
| Gnome Surf | Fall River, MA | To support their programs | $500 |
| West Place Animal Sanctury | Tiverton, RI | To suport their programs | $500 |
| Baltimore Clayworks | Baltimore, MD | To support their programs | $500 |
| Mass Desigh Art & Tech Institute | New Bedford, MA | To support their programs | $250 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $24,250 | 17 |
| 2024 | Unknown | 16 |
| 2023 | $22,500 | 8 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 6, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202620969349100142
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 04-3542187
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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