Joseph & Anna C Dias Family
The Joseph & Anna C Dias Family is a private foundation based in Ludlow, Massachusetts. Its stated charitable activities include maintaining land for youth organizations and other charitable purposes, encouraging youth and community growth through education and cultural opportunities, and providing financial assistance to national youth and general charitable organizations.
Joseph & Anna C Dias Family at a glance
In short: Joseph & Anna C Dias Family gave $334K across 31 grants in 2024 (avg $11K), mostly in Massachusetts. 27% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $333,735
- +11.7% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 31
- -11.4% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $10,766
- +26.2% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $5,000
- Total assets
- $8,173,462
- +3.4% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 27% first-time grantees (8 of 30, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Massachusetts (83% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Joseph & Anna C Dias Family
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it does not accept unsolicited requests. It makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Its filing says requests may be made verbally or in writing and should outline specific needs, budgets, and intended use. It lists no restrictions on awards. Contact the trustee, Maria F Gomes.
- Review Cycle
- None stated.
- Deadline
- None stated.
- Contact
Application contact: Maria F Gomes Trustee
Mailing address: 308 Miller Street, Unit 76, Ludlow, MA 01056
Phone: (413) 530-0651
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Joseph & Anna C Dias Family funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Luso American Cultural Asso ($65K). Together the top 10 received $260K.
Grant Size Distribution
122 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 114 grants of 122 (93%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, Massachusetts organizations received 83% of grant dollars, followed by recipients in Maine (6%), the District of Columbia (4%), Tennessee (3%), and Illinois (1%). The largest listed awards were primarily to organizations in Ludlow and elsewhere in Massachusetts.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 31 itemized grants.
Cities
Is Joseph & Anna C Dias Family open to new grantees?
27%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 8 of 30 grantees (27%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $8K; repeat grants $12K. How we count
Medians: $5K first-time, $5K repeat.
- 70% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (+1%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out 115% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). 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 $299K (2023) to $335K (2022). In 2024 it made 31 grants totaling $334K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Luso American Cultural Asso Ludlow, MA | Scholarship | $65,000 |
| Ludlow Community Center Ludlow, MA | Youth Development | $35,400 |
| Pope Francis School Springfield, MA | Education Programs | $35,000 |
| Ludlow High School Ludlow, MA | Scholarships | $25,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity York Kennebunk, ME | Cultural Assistance | $20,000 |
| Town of Ludlow Cultural Day Ludlow, MA | Community Support | $20,000 |
| SPFLD to Boston Education Found Tr Hampden, MA | Community Surrport | $20,000 |
| St John the Baptist School Ludlow, MA | School, Education | $15,000 |
| Dana Farber Cancer Institute Boston, MA | Research | $11,250 |
| St Jude's Children's Hosp Memphis, TN | Non-Profit Support/Research | $11,250 |
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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 | $8,173,462 | $491,341 | $426,358 | $333,735 | 31 | $392,356 | $463,789 | $341,602 |
| 2023 | $7,906,397 | $304,316 | $388,476 | $298,675 | 35 | $355,808 | $306,533 | $346,412 |
| 2022 | $7,542,690 | $351,577 | $433,743 | $334,500 | 20 | $402,132 | $252,340 | $359,379 |
| 2021 | $8,695,467 | $521,147 | $427,019 | $330,500 | 20 | $393,914 | $212,082 | $364,030 |
| 2020 | $8,551,281 | $237,976 | $408,748 | $314,500 | 16 | — | $218,653 | $384,525 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Joseph & Anna C Dias Family reported a distributable amount of $342K 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 states that it holds and maintains land for youth organizations and other charitable purposes; encourages youth and community growth through education and cultural opportunities; and assists national youth and general charitable organizations by supporting their missions.
Its 2024 grants included scholarships and support for education, youth development, community activities, research, and relief. Among the supported organizations, Western United Pioneers describes its mission as developing players on and off the pitch and promoting academic success, personal responsibility, and life skills. Willie Ross School for the Deaf says it provides deaf and hard-of-hearing students with education and support services to foster intellectual, social, and emotional growth. The Gray House describes its work as providing food, clothing, and educational services to neighbors facing hardship.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation awarded 31 grants totaling $333,735. Grants ranged from $535 to $65,000, with a median grant of $5,000. Notable awards included $65,000 to Luso American Cultural Association for scholarships; $35,400 to Ludlow Community Center for youth development; $35,000 to Pope Francis School for education programs; and $25,000 to Ludlow High School for scholarships. Other 2024 recipients included Habitat for Humanity York ($20,000), Town of Ludlow Cultural Day ($20,000), Dana-Farber Cancer Institute ($11,250), and St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital ($11,250).
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Maria F Gomes, Carol Costa, Mark Dias, Janice Dias, and Charles Ahmes as trustees.
Joseph & Anna C Dias Family's 2024 filing lists 5 officers; 3 of 5 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Charles Ahmes
Trustee
On filings since 2020
$13K (2020) → $13K (2024)
Janice Dias
Trustee
On filings since 2020
$18K (2020) → $18K (2024)
Maria F. Gomes
Trustee
On filings since 2020
$18K (2020) → $18K (2024)
Carol Costa
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Mark Dias
Trustee
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.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $18K, to Maria F Gomes (Trustee). 3 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Joseph & Anna C Dias Family
How much does Joseph & Anna C Dias Family give each year?
Joseph & Anna C Dias Family gave $334K across 31 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $299K across 35 grants.
What is Joseph & Anna C Dias Family's typical grant size?
Joseph & Anna C Dias Family's median grant in 2024 was $5,000, and its average grant was $10,766, across 31 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Joseph & Anna C Dias Family that year got $8K on average.
Where does Joseph & Anna C Dias Family give grants?
Joseph & Anna C Dias Family gives mostly in Massachusetts: 83% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Maine (6%). The most frequent recipient cities were Ludlow, MA (10 grants), Springfield, MA (4 grants), Wilbraham, MA (3 grants) and Hampden, MA (2 grants).
Does Joseph & Anna C Dias Family give general operating support?
Occasionally: 3% of Joseph & Anna C Dias Family's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (1 of 31) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Recurring purposes include "Community Support" (6 grants).
Who are Joseph & Anna C Dias Family's largest grantees?
Joseph & Anna C Dias Family's largest 2024 grantees include Luso American Cultural Asso ($65,000), Ludlow Community Center ($35,400) and Pope Francis School ($35,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 41% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Joseph & Anna C Dias Family?
Joseph & Anna C Dias Family reported $8.2M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $392K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $342K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Joseph & Anna C Dias Family fund?
The foundation states that it holds and maintains land for youth organizations and other charitable purposes; encourages youth and community growth through education and cultural opportunities; and assists national youth and general charitable organizations by supporting their missions. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Joseph & Anna C Dias Family?
The foundation states that it does not accept unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Joseph & Anna C Dias Family's EIN?
Joseph & Anna C Dias Family's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 04-3357087. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Joseph & Anna C Dias Family accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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