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J & J Family Foundation

Naples, FL

The J & J Family Foundation funds health care and medical research, education, youth programs, environmental work, and policy organizations, with 2024 grants ranging from $300 to $1 million and a median of $10,000. Based in Naples, Florida, it gave most of its 2024 grant dollars to organizations in Massachusetts, Texas, and California. It funds only preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

The Shackouls Family Foundation

Albany, NY

The Shackouls Family Foundation supports a varied range of charitable organizations, including education and university programs, children’s services, museums, animal welfare, and medical research. Its 2026 grants ranged from $5,000 to $235,000, with a median of $13,250, and most funding went to organizations in Mississippi, Texas, and Oklahoma. It funds only preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

Richard D Shiney Charitable Trust

Dallas, TX

The Norwood Foundation

Colorado Springs, CO

The Norwood Foundation funds scholarships for college, trade, and vocational education, along with religious, charitable, scientific, literary, and educational organizations and efforts to prevent cruelty to children. In 2024, grants ranged from $500 to $2.8 million, with a median of $10,000; 90% of grant dollars went to Colorado recipients. The filing directs applicants to contact Christopher S Jenkins but does not state whether unsolicited requests are accepted.

SWBC Foundation

San Antonio, TX

The San Antonio-based SWBC Foundation supports organizations in areas reflected in its grants, including health, historic preservation, arts and culture, youth and workforce development, and community services. Its 2024 grants ranged from $5,000 to $503,239, with a median of $25,000; nearly all funding went to Texas, with a small amount going to Virginia. A 2023 filing said it did not limit giving to preselected organizations and listed application materials and rolling quarterly deadlines; this information may not be current.

The Haldeman Family Foundation

Philadelphia, PA

The Haldeman Family Foundation supports schools, colleges, and community organizations, with 2025 grants ranging from $250 to $180,000 and a median award of $5,000. Its grants went to organizations across several states, especially Pennsylvania, New York, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and New Hampshire. It funds only preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

The Llandaff Family Trust

Easton, MD

The Llandaff Family Trust funds charitable and educational organizations, with 2025 grants supporting work in areas such as education, local history, shelter, and community life. Grants ranged from $100 to $51,000, with a median of $1,000; most funding went to Maryland, followed by Virginia. The trust requests a letter for applications and does not restrict giving to preselected organizations.

Boston Foundation Inc

Boston, MA

The Boston Foundation funds equity-focused work in child well-being, economic opportunity, community wealth, and community leadership, primarily in Greater Boston. Its 2025 grants had a median of $25,000, while specific programs offer awards from up to $15,000 to $50,000; it accepts applications through some competitive initiatives, but whether it accepts unsolicited requests generally is not stated.

Eastern Bank Foundation

Wakefield, MA

Eastern Bank Foundation funds systemic efforts to advance economic inclusion and mobility, including small-business equity, early childhood development, affordable housing, and workforce development. Its programs range from $1,000–$10,000 for Community Donations, up to $15,000 for CITC Grants, and $50,000–$150,000 for Impact Grants; it supports organizations primarily in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island. The foundation accepts online applications, with no specific submission deadlines stated.

Barr Foundation

Boston, MA

Barr Foundation funds arts and creativity, climate, education, and related initiatives, primarily supporting organizations and leaders in New England. Its 2024 grants ranged from $100 to $3.275 million, with a median of $80,000. It welcomes inquiries through program pages and occasionally issues open requests for proposals; most grants go to returning partners.

Seattle Foundation

Seattle, WA

Seattle Foundation funds community-led work advancing racial and economic equity in Greater Seattle, including housing, economic opportunity, climate justice, democracy, arts, and organizing; some programs support specific medical or performing-arts needs. Its 2024 grants ranged from $60 to $7 million, with a median of $6,000. It accepts unsolicited requests through program-specific applications or letters of inquiry.