Philanthropy Massachusetts Inc
Philanthropy Massachusetts Inc. is a Boston-based public charity that brings philanthropic leaders together for learning, engagement, collaboration, and partnership across sectors. Its work includes member and nonprofit partner services, fiscal sponsorship, and grantmaking through the Summer Fund.
Philanthropy Massachusetts Inc at a glance
In short: Philanthropy Massachusetts Inc gave $1.4M across 87 grants in 2024 (avg $17K), mostly in Massachusetts. 23% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $1,443,173
- +0.9% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 87
- -13.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $16,588
- +16.0% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Total assets
- $6,104,839
- +10.6% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 23% first-time grantees (20 of 87, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Massachusetts (87% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Philanthropy Massachusetts Inc
- How to Apply
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For Summer Fund funding, submit a Notice of Intent; eligible organizations invited to proceed submit a full application. The Summer Fund website provides application forms and reporting information.
- Review Cycle
- The website says Notices of Intent for next summer are expected to open in January 2027. It does not specify a closing date.
- Deadline
- The website says Notices of Intent for next summer are expected to open in January 2027.
- Contact
Mailing address: 133 Federal Street Suite 802, Boston, MA 02110
Phone: (617) 426-2606
Website: https://philanthropyma.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from Philanthropy Massachusetts Inc
Who Philanthropy Massachusetts Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was The Haven Project Inc ($81K). Together the top 10 received $509K.
Grant Size Distribution
417 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 390 grants of 417 (94%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The Summer Fund’s stated eligibility geography is youth primarily from Boston, Cambridge, Somerville, and Chelsea. In 2024, 87% of the funder’s grant dollars went to recipients in Massachusetts; the remaining reported shares were Illinois 9%, and Wisconsin, New York, and Arizona 1% each.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 87 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Philanthropy Massachusetts Inc open to new grantees?
23%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 20 of 87 grantees (23%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $20K; repeat grants $15K. How we count
Medians: $11K first-time, $10K repeat.
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 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 $1.4M (2020) to $2.1M (2021). In 2024 it made 87 grants totaling $1.4M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Haven Project Inc Lynn, MA | GMA Grant | $81,100 |
| The Wiley Network Needham, MA | GMA Grant | $81,100 |
| Brookline Teen Center Brookline, MA | FTBNL Grant | $55,000 |
| MCPHS University Boston, MA | FTBNL Scholarships | $55,000 |
| Base Chicago Chicago, IL | FTBNL Support for Base Chicago Youth Programming | $50,000 |
| The Base Roxbury, MA | FTBNL Grants | $50,000 |
| College Possible Chicago Chicago, IL | FTBNL Grant | $37,000 |
| South Boston Neighborhood House Boston, MA | To support and strengthen summer enrichment programs serving youth | $35,000 |
| West End House Allston, MA | FTBNL Support | $35,000 |
| Cambridge Camping Association Cambridge, MA | To support and strengthen summer enrichment programs serving youth | $30,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
The organization filed Form 990 as a public charity.
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,104,839 | $5,544,821 | $5,673,697 | $1,443,173 | 87 | $207,959 |
| 2023 | $5,517,586 | $5,509,630 | $4,715,953 | $1,430,396 | 100 | $150,299 |
| 2022 | $4,841,096 | $5,120,194 | $4,851,029 | $1,412,465 | 71 | $27,346 |
| 2021 | $3,861,413 | $4,531,233 | $4,379,097 | $2,078,419 | 92 | $3,744 |
| 2020 | $3,592,306 | $4,159,248 | $3,723,546 | $1,355,073 | 67 | $8,430 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The organization’s stated mission is to promote effective and responsible philanthropy to improve the health and vitality of the region. Its website describes a LEAP framework: Learn, Engage, Act, and Partner. It also states a vision of an inclusive, just, and competitive Commonwealth where all people and communities can thrive, and identifies collaboration and partnership, racial, social, and economic equity, curiosity and innovation, and empathy and belonging as organizational values.
The 2024 filing describes Summer Fund support through general operating grants, a homeless campership fund, and a mental health infrastructure fund. The funder’s website says the Summer Fund supports summer programs primarily serving youth ages 5–18 from Boston, Cambridge, Somerville, and Chelsea. Its other 2024 activities included programming for funder members and services for nonprofit partners, such as professional development, networking, research, and grantseeking resources.
The grantees’ own descriptions illustrate the range of organizations receiving support. The Haven Project says it serves at-risk and homeless young adults through basic needs, education, job training, and stable-living support. Brookline Teen Center describes programming that helps teens explore their interests and prepare for college and careers. Cambridge Camping Association says it provides summer and school-year experiences for under-resourced urban children, while Crossroads for Kids describes year-round outdoor learning, social-emotional development, and college and career exploration for youth from low-income communities.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the organization reported 87 grants totaling $1,443,173. Grants ranged from $5,289 to $81,100, with a median of $10,000. The largest listed grants included $81,100 each to The Haven Project and The Wiley Network, both identified as GMA grants; $55,000 to Brookline Teen Center, identified as an FTBNL grant; and $55,000 to MCPHS University for FTBNL scholarships. Other listed awards included $50,000 to BASE Chicago for youth programming and $50,000 to The BASE for FTBNL grants.
Among additional listed awards were $35,000 to South Boston Neighborhood House and $30,000 to Cambridge Camping Association to support and strengthen summer enrichment programs serving youth; $35,000 to West End House for FTBNL support; $28,000 to East Boston Social Centers to support and strengthen summer enrichment programs serving youth; and $27,500 to Crossroads for Kids.
The Summer Fund’s website says proposals are submitted in the spring and awards are typically made in June, contingent on available funding. First-year recipients may request up to $7,500 per site in general operating grant funding; current grantees may request up to $40,000 per site, subject to limits tied to the program’s operating budget. Eligibility criteria include serving youth from the specified communities, meeting applicable camp standards, and offering camper scholarships, a sliding fee scale, or free participation. The website describes a two-step process: submit a Notice of Intent, then, if invited, submit a full application. It says Notices of Intent for next summer are expected to open in January 2027; award letters are sent in April or May, and grants are issued by early June.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Mary Skelton Roberts as CEO, as of May 2024. It lists Peter Taylor as chair, Prentice Zinn as vice chair, Rob Zaccardi as treasurer, Karen Gill as assistant treasurer, Jay Kim as clerk, and Eric Esteves as at-large executive committee member. Directors listed were Dan Ardito, Kate Carney, and Liana Krupp, whose term was listed through September 2024.
Philanthropy Massachusetts Inc is led by Mary Skelton Roberts, CEO on the 2024 filing; 4 of 26 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Mary Skelton Roberts
CEO
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$136K (2024)
Peter Taylor
Chair
Director → Chair, 2023
On filings since 2020
1.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Linh Nguyen
Finance Director
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$114K (2024)
Alexandra Pineros Shields
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Audrey Shelto
Director
Chair → Past Chair, 2023
Past Chair → Director, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Bryan Spence
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Geeta Pradhan
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Ali Mathias
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kate Carney
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Liana Krupp
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Natanja Craig Oquendo
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Nancy Stager
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Amie Shei
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Dan Ardito
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jamie Maguire
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kristin O'Malley
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Marquis Victor
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Patricia Sobalvarro
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Sonia Shah
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Alexander McCray
Vice President, Member Engagement & Strategic Initiatives
Interim Co-Ed → Vice President, Member Engagement & Strategic Initiatives, 2024
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$118K (2023) → $132K (2024)
Jessica Berns
Vice President & Network Vibrancy
Interim Co-Ed → Vice President & Network Vibrancy, 2024
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$107K (2023) → $117K (2024)
Eric Esteves
At Large Executive Committee
Director → At Large Executive Committee, 2021
On filings since 2020
1.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jay Kim
Clerk
Director → Clerk, 2021
On filings since 2020
1.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Karen Kelley Gill
Assistant Treasurer
Director → Assistant Treasurer, 2022
On filings since 2020
1.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Prentice Zinn
Vice Chair
Director → Vice Chair, 2023
On filings since 2020
1.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Rob Zaccardi
Treasurer
On filings since 2021
1.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (20)
- Former: Giles Li (2020–2023) — Vice Chair
- Former: Jeffrey Poulos (2020–2023) — CEO
- Former: Josie Greene (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: Kate Grundy (2020–2023) — At Large Executive Committee
- Former: David Howse (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Lynne Doblin (2020–2022) — At Large Executive Committee
- Former: Phil Buchanan (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Ruth Ellen Fitch (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Alex McCray (2022) — Vice President, Member Engagement & Strategic Init
- Former: James Maguire (2022) — Director
- Former: Denise Porche (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Tref Borden (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Alicia Verity (2020) — Director
- Former: Christopher O'Keeffe (2020) — Director
- Former: Deva Hirsch (2020) — Director
- Former: Karen Carney Larissa (2020) — Director
- Former: Lisa Jackson (2020) — Director
- Former: Lori Gazzillo Kiely (2020) — Director
- Former: Robert Zaccardi (2020) — Treasurer
- Former: Stephen Chan (2020) — At Large Executive Committee
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 $136K, to Mary Skelton Roberts (CEO, as of 05/2024). 4 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Philanthropy Massachusetts Inc
How much does Philanthropy Massachusetts Inc give each year?
Philanthropy Massachusetts Inc gave $1.4M across 87 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $1.4M across 100 grants.
What is Philanthropy Massachusetts Inc's typical grant size?
Philanthropy Massachusetts Inc's median grant in 2024 was $10,000, and its average grant was $16,588, across 87 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Organizations receiving their first grant from Philanthropy Massachusetts Inc that year got $20K on average.
Where does Philanthropy Massachusetts Inc give grants?
Philanthropy Massachusetts Inc gives mostly in Massachusetts: 87% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The next largest state was Illinois (9%). The most frequent recipient cities were Boston, MA (25 grants), Cambridge, MA (8 grants), Chicago, IL (5 grants) and Somerville, MA (5 grants).
Does Philanthropy Massachusetts Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 87 grants with a stated purpose on Philanthropy Massachusetts Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "FTBNL Scholarships" (9 grants), "FTBNL Support" (3 grants) and "FTBNL Donation" (3 grants).
Who are Philanthropy Massachusetts Inc's largest grantees?
Philanthropy Massachusetts Inc's largest 2024 grantees include The Haven Project Inc ($81,100), The Wiley Network ($81,100) and Brookline Teen Center ($55,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 15% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Philanthropy Massachusetts Inc?
Philanthropy Massachusetts Inc reported $6.1M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $5.5M.
What does Philanthropy Massachusetts Inc fund?
The organization’s stated mission is to promote effective and responsible philanthropy to improve the health and vitality of the region. Its website describes a LEAP framework: Learn, Engage, Act, and Partner. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Philanthropy Massachusetts Inc?
For Summer Fund funding, submit a Notice of Intent; eligible organizations invited to proceed submit a full application. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Philanthropy Massachusetts Inc's EIN?
Philanthropy Massachusetts Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 04-2457605. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS August 25, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS July 26, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS July 27, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS October 30, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 17, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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