The Samuel Salmanson Foundation
Invitation OnlyChestnut Hill, Massachusetts · EIN 59-2466060 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$14K
Organizations funded13
Typical grant$800
Total assets$379K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $1,300.
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
46% of grants went outside Massachusetts.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friends of Dana Farber | Boston, MA | General use of charity | $3,500 |
| Temple Sinai | Washington, DC | General use of charity | $2,000 |
| Misc Gifts 250 | Providence, RI | General | $1,700 |
| Breast Cancer Research | New York, NY | General use of charity | $1,300 |
| Temple Israel | Boston, MA | General use of charity | $1,050 |
| Dr Patrick O'gara Research Fund | Boston, MA | General use of charity | $1,000 |
| Anti-Defamation League | Boston, MA | General use of charity | $800 |
| Aclu | Boston, MA | General use of charity | $500 |
| Bhutan Foundation | Washington, DC | General use of charity | $500 |
| World Central Kitchen | Washington, DC | General | $500 |
| Washington Latin Public Charter Sch | Washington, DC | General use of charity | $500 |
| Community Servings | Jamaica Plain, MA | General use of charity | $250 |
| Museum of Fine Arts | Boston, MA | General use of charity | $140 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $13,740 | 13 |
| 2023 | $12,670 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Feb 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202640439349100514
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 59-2466060
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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