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Private foundation · EIN 36-6047994

Melvoin Foundation

Cambridge, MA

Melvoin Foundation is a private foundation based in Cambridge, MA. On its Form 990-PF for tax year 2024, it reported $205K in grants and contributions paid across 55 grants, with $5.91M in assets (fair market value). Its return lists how to submit a request. Its largest grants went to Temple Shir Tikva, The Steppingstone Foiundation and Epiphany School.

How to request funding

Contact
Richard Melvoin
Phone
6172404722
Address
1 Garden Lane, Cambridge, Ma, 02138
Form and materials
There is no standard application form. a letter requesting a contribution is sufficient.
Deadlines
There are no submission deadlines.
Restrictions
Organizations must be educational, religious or charitable as defined by irc section 170(c).

As reported on the foundation's Form 990-PF for tax year 2024. Requirements change; confirm with the foundation before applying.

Largest grants, tax year 2024

Historical data · not a prediction
RecipientLocationPurposeAmount
Temple Shir TikvaWayland, MAUnrestricted$20,000
The Steppingstone FoiundationBoston, MAUnrestricted$15,000
Epiphany SchoolDorchester, MAUnrestricted$10,000
Facing History and OurselvesBoston, MAUnrestricted$10,000
LaistPasadena, CAUnrestricted$10,000
Wilshire Boulevard TempleLos Angeles, CAUnrestricted$9,000
Jewish Center for JusticeLos Angeles, CAUnrestricted$7,500
The Nature ConservancyArlington, VAUnrestricted$7,000
Para Los NinosLos Angeles, CAUnrestricted$6,000
Beacon AcademyBoston, MAUnrestricted$5,000
Belmont HillBelmont, MAUnrestricted$5,000
Big SundayLos Angeles, CAUnrestricted$5,000
Field MuseumChicago, ILUnrestricted$5,000
Harvard College FundBoston, MAUnrestricted$5,000
Henry's Fork FoundationAshton, IDUnrestricted$5,000
Les Turner Als FoundationHighland Park, ILUnrestricted$5,000
United in HarmonyLos Angeles, CAUnrestricted$5,000
Weinberg Center for Elder JusticeBronx, NYUnrestricted$5,000
Jewish Federation of Greater LsLos Angeles, CAUnrestricted$5,000
North Shore Senior CenterNorthfield, ILUnrestricted$4,769
Everybody Dance LaLos Angeles, CAUnrestricted$3,000
Jewish Agency for IsraelNew York, NYUnrestricted$3,000
Children in ConflictNew York, NYUnrestricted$2,500
Doctors Withour BordersNew York, NYUnrestricted$2,500
HarvardwoodLos Angeles, CAUnrestricted$2,500

The 25 largest of 55 grants listed on the return. Names and purposes as reported to the IRS.

Where its grants went

Quick answers

Does Melvoin Foundation accept grant applications?

Its Form 990-PF lists how to submit a request. Form and materials: There is no standard application form. a letter requesting a contribution is sufficient.. Deadlines: There are no submission deadlines.. Restrictions: Organizations must be educational, religious or charitable as defined by irc section 170(c).. Confirm current requirements with the foundation before applying.

How much does Melvoin Foundation give each year?

For tax year 2024, it reported $205,269 in grants and contributions paid (55 grants). Giving can change from year to year.

What organizations has Melvoin Foundation funded?

Its largest grants in tax year 2024 went to Temple Shir Tikva (MA), $20K, The Steppingstone Foiundation (MA), $15K, Epiphany School (MA), $10K, Facing History and Ourselves (MA), $10K and Laist (CA), $10K.