The Young Authors Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyWaban, Massachusetts · EIN 04-3051022 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$102K
Organizations funded8
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $20,000.
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
12% of grants went outside Massachusetts.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meet the Writers Inc | Brooklyn, NY | Support book distribution to underserved youth in NYC | $25,000 |
| New Arts Center | Newton, MA | Support student scholarship programs | $20,000 |
| Wondermore | Boston, MA | Help with operating expenses | $20,000 |
| Beacon Academy | Boston, MA | Support educational and creative endeavors of underserved youth in boston | $12,000 |
| Wordpowered | Boston, MA | Support book distribution for underserved youth in boston | $10,000 |
| Breakthrough Greater Boston Cambridge Rindge & Latin | Cambridge, MA | Support education opportunites for young people | $5,000 |
| United Nations Association of Greater Boston | Boston, MA | Support the summer international institute scholarship program and title 1 funding for students | $5,000 |
| Alray Scholars Program | Boston, MA | Support educational and creative endeavors of underserved youth in boston | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $102,000 | 8 |
| 2023 | $107,000 | 7 |
| 2022 | $107,000 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed May 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611329349100216
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 04-3051022
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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