Gar Sons and Daughters of Union
Gar Sons and Daughters of Union is a private foundation focused on Education, based in Taunton, MA. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2021. As of 2021, the organization holds $108K in total assets. In 2021, it awarded 4 grants totaling $2K. Net investment income was $3K.
Gar Sons and Daughters of Union at a glance
In short: Gar Sons and Daughters of Union gave $2K across 4 grants in 2021 (avg $456.25), mostly in Massachusetts. Source: 2021 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2021)
- $1,825
- +23.7% vs 2020
- Grants made (2021)
- 4
- +33.3% vs 2020
- Average grant
- $456
- -7.2% vs 2020
- Median grant
- $375
- Total assets
- $107,593
- +6.2% vs 2020
- Primary geography
- Massachusetts (100% of itemized 2021 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2021 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2021; updated September 2026.
Who Gar Sons and Daughters of Union funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 3 recipients in 2021
The largest 2021 recipient was Greater Taunton Allied Council ($500). Together the top 3 received $825.
Organizations only. It also paid 1 grant to individuals ($1,000), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
7 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 7 grants of 7 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2021 grant dollars across all 4 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2021, annual grant giving ranged from $1K (2020) to $2K (2021). In 2021 it made 4 grants totaling $2K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 1 grant to individuals Recipients not named | — | $1,000 |
| Greater Taunton Allied Council Raynham, MA | General Support | $500 |
| Taunton Public Library Taunton, MA | General Support | $250 |
| Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil Berkley, MA | General Support | $75 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $107,593 | $3,263 | $1,870 | $1,825 | 4 | $1,825 | $3,263 |
| 2020 | $101,325 | $3,239 | $1,475 | $1,475 | 3 | — | $3,239 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Gar Sons and Daughters of Union is led by Stephen Gray, Chairman on every filing since 2020; none of the 3 officers listed in 2021 report compensation.
Officers on the 2021 filing
Stephen Gray
Chairman
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Shaunna O'Connell
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Christine Clymens
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2021. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Gar Sons and Daughters of Union
How much does Gar Sons and Daughters of Union give each year?
Gar Sons and Daughters of Union gave $2K across 4 grants in 2021, according to its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2020 it gave $1K across 3 grants.
What is Gar Sons and Daughters of Union's typical grant size?
Gar Sons and Daughters of Union's median grant in 2021 was $375, and its average grant was $456, across 4 grants on its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Gar Sons and Daughters of Union give grants?
Gar Sons and Daughters of Union gives mostly in Massachusetts: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there.
Does Gar Sons and Daughters of Union give general operating support?
Yes: 75% of Gar Sons and Daughters of Union's 2021 grants with a stated purpose (3 of 4) were for general or operating support, per its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF.
How large is Gar Sons and Daughters of Union?
Gar Sons and Daughters of Union reported $108K in total assets on its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF. Its revenue that year was $3K.
What is Gar Sons and Daughters of Union?
Gar Sons and Daughters of Union is a private foundation focused on Education, based in Taunton, MA. It holds $108K in total assets as of 2021.
What is Gar Sons and Daughters of Union's EIN?
Gar Sons and Daughters of Union's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 04-6770218. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2021.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2021
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