James J Pallotta Charitable Trust
The James J Pallotta Charitable Trust is a private foundation based in Weston, Massachusetts. Its primary purpose is to support other organizations exempt under IRC 501(c)(3) through contributions; it reports that it does not conduct direct charitable activities.
James J Pallotta Charitable Trust at a glance
In short: James J Pallotta Charitable Trust gave $1.9M across 20 grants in 2024 (avg $94K), top state Massachusetts. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $1,880,000
- -10.3% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 20
- -9.1% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $94,000
- -1.3% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $50,000
- Total assets
- $5,852,290
- -6.5% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Massachusetts (35% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to James J Pallotta Charitable Trust
- How to Apply
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Send a written request that includes the applicant’s charitable function.
- Contact
Application contact: James J Pallotta
Mailing address: 2068 North Bay Road, Miami Beach, FL 33140
Phone: (781) 647-8160
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who James J Pallotta Charitable Trust funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Robin Hood Foundation ($500K). Together the top 10 received $1.6M.
Grant Size Distribution
89 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 36 grants of 89 (40%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, the largest shares of grant dollars went to recipients in Massachusetts (35%), New York (27%), Florida (15%), South Carolina (15%), and Virginia (5%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 20 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How James J Pallotta Charitable Trust gives
- 65% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving fell 61% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 699% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $1.9M (2024) to $4.8M (2021). In 2024 it made 20 grants totaling $1.9M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Robin Hood Foundation New York City, NY | General Purpose | $500,000 |
| Boston Children's Hospital Trust Boston, MA | General Purpose | $250,000 |
| Overtown Youth Center Miami, FL | General Purpose | $250,000 |
| International African American Museum Charleston, SC | General Purpose | $200,000 |
| Community First Project Virginia Beach, VA | General Purpose | $100,000 |
| Nantucket Cottage Hospital Nantucket, MA | General Purpose | $100,000 |
| Nantucket Boys & Girls Club Nantucket, MA | General Purpose | $50,000 |
| Nantucket Conservation Foundation Inc Nantucket, MA | General Purpose | $50,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity Nantucket Nantucket, MA | General Purpose | $50,000 |
| Boston Foundation IncQuin Impact Fund Boston, MA | General Purpose | $50,000 |
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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 | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,852,290 | $2,022,908 | $1,956,234 | $1,880,000 | 20 | $1,889,708 | $456,919 | $270,493 |
| 2023 | $6,259,938 | $91,336 | $2,158,802 | $2,095,500 | 22 | $2,096,000 | $79,226 | $400,820 |
| 2022 | $8,327,404 | $2,661,735 | $2,100,509 | $1,993,712 | 22 | $1,999,262 | $1,320,027 | $541,571 |
| 2021 | $9,088,980 | $1,565,431 | $5,018,224 | $4,772,814 | 21 | $4,778,814 | $790,224 | $592,111 |
| 2020 | $13,254,645 | $29,665,080 | $2,083,035 | $2,075,000 | 4 | — | $14,885,593 | $45,370 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, James J Pallotta Charitable Trust reported a distributable amount of $270K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s stated purpose is to support eligible charitable organizations through contributions. Its 2024 grants included organizations whose missions span youth and family services, education, conservation, housing, arts and culture, and support for wounded service members. For example, Overtown Youth Center describes its mission as inspiring and empowering youth and families through enrichment services. Nantucket Conservation Foundation says it protects and stewards land and coastal shoreline, while Habitat for Humanity Nantucket builds or renovates sustainable homes with families and volunteers. These are the grantees’ stated missions, not stated focus areas of the foundation.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the trust made 20 grants totaling $1,880,000. Awards ranged from $25,000 to $500,000, with a median grant of $50,000. The largest awards included $500,000 to Robin Hood Foundation for general purpose, $250,000 to Boston Children’s Hospital Trust for general purpose, $250,000 to Overtown Youth Center for general purpose, and $200,000 to the International African American Museum for general purpose. Other grants included $100,000 to Community First Project and $100,000 to Nantucket Cottage Hospital, both for general purpose.
The trust states that it does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. Written requests must include the applicant’s charitable function. The filing lists James J Pallotta as the contact and reports no restrictions on awards.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists James J Pallotta and Kimberly S Pallotta as trustees.
James J Pallotta Charitable Trust's 2024 filing lists 2 officers; none of the 2 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
James J. Pallotta
Trustee
Trustee < Hr → Trustee, 2021
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Kimberly S. Pallotta
Trustee
Trustee < Hr → Trustee, 2021
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "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 James J Pallotta Charitable Trust
How much does James J Pallotta Charitable Trust give each year?
James J Pallotta Charitable Trust gave $1.9M across 20 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $2.1M across 22 grants.
What is James J Pallotta Charitable Trust's typical grant size?
James J Pallotta Charitable Trust's median grant in 2024 was $50,000, and its average grant was $94,000, across 20 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does James J Pallotta Charitable Trust give grants?
James J Pallotta Charitable Trust's top state is Massachusetts, with 35% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were New York (27%) and Florida (15%). The most frequent recipient cities were Boston, MA (5 grants), Nantucket, MA (5 grants) and Charleston, SC (3 grants).
Does James J Pallotta Charitable Trust give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of James J Pallotta Charitable Trust's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (20 of 20) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are James J Pallotta Charitable Trust's largest grantees?
James J Pallotta Charitable Trust's largest 2024 grantees include Robin Hood Foundation ($500,000), Boston Children's Hospital Trust ($250,000) and Overtown Youth Center ($250,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 53% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is James J Pallotta Charitable Trust?
James J Pallotta Charitable Trust reported $5.9M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $1.9M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $270K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does James J Pallotta Charitable Trust fund?
The foundation’s stated purpose is to support eligible charitable organizations through contributions. Its 2024 grants included organizations whose missions span youth and family services, education, conservation, housing, arts and culture, and support for wounded service members. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from James J Pallotta Charitable Trust?
Send a written request that includes the applicant’s charitable function. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is James J Pallotta Charitable Trust's EIN?
James J Pallotta Charitable Trust's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 22-3208194. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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