The Doug Flutie Jr Foundation for Autism Inc
The Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism Inc. is based in Newton, Massachusetts. Formed in 2000, it is listed as a public charity filing Form 990. The foundation supports people and families affected by autism through grants to organizations, direct financial assistance, technology support, and community initiatives.
The Doug Flutie Jr Foundation for Autism Inc at a glance
In short: The Doug Flutie Jr Foundation for Autism Inc gave $1.4M across 96 grants in 2024 (avg $15K), mostly in Massachusetts. 47% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $1,429,311
- +17.3% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 96
- +14.3% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $14,889
- +2.6% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Total assets
- $4,605,995
- -4.7% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 47% first-time grantees (45 of 96, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Massachusetts (71% 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 The Doug Flutie Jr Foundation for Autism Inc
- Invitation Only
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For the Autism Community Impact Grant, eligible organizations can submit an application during the stated application period; applicants outside the listed geographic focus must apply by invitation. The website also directs organizations interested in other opportunities to inquire.
- Review Cycle
- October 9, 2026, for the Autism Community Impact Grant.
- Deadline
- October 9, 2026, for the Autism Community Impact Grant.
- Contact
Mailing address: Co Blouin Co2020 Commonwealth A, Newton, MA 02466
Phone: (617) 332-4040
Website: https://flutiefoundation.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Open Grants
2 open opportunities from The Doug Flutie Jr Foundation for Autism Inc
Allison Keller Education Technology Grant Program
The Doug Flutie Jr Foundation for Autism Inc
Amount
Up to US $7,500
Deadline
Deadline not published
Autism Community Impact Grant
The Doug Flutie Jr Foundation for Autism Inc
Amount
Up to US $15,000
Deadline
Deadline not published
Who The Doug Flutie Jr Foundation for Autism Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Town of Bellingham ($167K). Together the top 10 received $536K.
Grant Size Distribution
379 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 369 grants of 379 (97%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation is based in Newton, Massachusetts. Its Autism Community Impact Grant identifies New England and Central Florida as its geographic focus, with other areas considered by invitation under the conditions stated by the foundation. In 2024, Massachusetts accounted for 71% of grant dollars, followed by Florida at 8%, Connecticut at 4%, New Hampshire at 3%, and Maine at 3%.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 96 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is The Doug Flutie Jr Foundation for Autism Inc open to new grantees?
47%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 45 of 96 grantees (47%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $13K; repeat grants $17K. How we count
Medians: $8K first-time, $11K repeat.
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2019–2024). 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 2019 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $485K (2019) to $1.4M (2024). In 2024 it made 96 grants totaling $1.4M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Town of Bellingham Bellingham, MA | Program Support | $167,328 |
| Boston Athletic Association Boston, MA | Program Support | $130,000 |
| The Guild for Human Services Inc Concord, MA | Program Support | $39,631 |
| Pine Tree Society Inc Bath, ME | Program Support | $31,460 |
| Accesssport America Acton, MA | Program Support | $30,500 |
| Promise Inc West Melbourne, FL | Program Support | $30,292 |
| Special Needs Support Center of Upper Valley White River Junction, VT | Program Support | $28,947 |
| Monadnock Development Services Keene, NH | Program Support | $27,764 |
| Micah's Voice Los Angeles, CA | Program Support | $25,000 |
| Spectrum Empowerment Project Inc Fall River, MA | Program Support | $25,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,605,995 | $3,792,049 | $4,162,804 | $1,429,311 | 96 | $359,825 |
| 2023 | $4,833,483 | $3,419,996 | $3,608,890 | $1,218,547 | 84 | $232,632 |
| 2022 | $4,816,374 | $4,444,636 | $3,135,820 | $1,376,676 | 77 | $182,279 |
| 2021 | $3,890,774 | $2,449,717 | $2,099,430 | $914,590 | 76 | $367,809 |
| 2020 | $3,425,350 | $1,352,811 | $1,489,868 | $584,251 | 46 | $204,794 |
| 2019 | $3,292,687 | $1,382,403 | $1,405,952 | $484,580 | 45 | $148,997 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s mission is to help people and families affected by autism live life to the fullest. It says its programs and partnerships aim to improve everyday quality of life, including by supporting education or employment, physical and social activity, and access to tools for safety, support, and information.
Its 2024 filing describes grants to organizations providing services related to employment, education, social and recreational activities, safety, family support, and information, as well as technology-specific grants to schools and organizations. The filing also reports financial support for individuals and families accessing autism-related interventions and services.
Examples of supported organizations illustrate the range of grantee missions. The Guild for Human Services says it works to empower people with intellectual disabilities to lead high-quality lives and participate in their communities. Pine Tree Society says it provides Maine children and adults with disabilities opportunities and means to improve their lives and those of their families. AccessSportAmerica says it works to increase the function and fitness of people with disabilities through sports and training. Promise describes its work as providing affordable, independent housing for people with cognitive and physical disabilities.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2024, the foundation reported 96 grants totaling $1,429,311. Grant amounts ranged from $5,414 to $167,328, with a median of $10,000. Each of the largest grants listed in the filing had the stated purpose of program support. Recipients included the Town of Bellingham in Massachusetts ($167,328), Boston Athletic Association ($130,000), the Guild for Human Services ($39,631), Pine Tree Society ($31,460), and AccessSportAmerica ($30,500).
The foundation’s Autism Community Impact Grant supports not-for-profit organizations seeking funding for programs or projects with potential for meaningful, immediate impact in the autism community. Priority is given to initiatives aligned with its Seven Key Dimensions; the foundation says it supports the full spectrum, including people with profound autism, and prioritizes traditionally underserved, underfunded, and culturally diverse communities. Eligible applicants must be autism-focused 501(c)(3) nonprofits. Requests may be up to $15,000 for programs and projects, or up to $10,000 for direct support to autistic people and their families through a 501(c)(3). The stated geographic focus is New England and Central Florida. Applicants outside those areas are considered by invitation if they have a strong connection to the foundation’s mission and participate in its initiatives and events.
The foundation’s website lists an application period for the Autism Community Impact Grant that closes October 9, 2026. It also lists the Allison Keller Education Technology Grant Program as active, with awards up to $7,500 for eligible 501(c)(3) organizations and public schools in Massachusetts and surrounding New England states. The program supports technology for schools and organizations serving people with autism; one program per district may receive funding annually.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Douglas R. Flutie as president and director; Laurie M. Flutie as vice president and director; Tina Cantu as co-chair, clerk, and director; and David R. Blouin as co-chair, treasurer, and director. Other directors listed are John Tierney, Kevin Lane Keller, Jonathan Bush, David Morris, Sharon Brovelli, and Joseph Chirirchella.
The Doug Flutie Jr Foundation for Autism Inc is led by Nicholas Savarese, Executive Director & Fse Director on every filing since 2019; 2 of 17 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Nicholas Savarese
Executive Director & Fse Director
On filings since 2019
40 hrs/week
$115K (2019) → $164K (2024)
Douglas R. Flutie
President & Director
On filings since 2019
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Theresa Ladka
Senior Director of Development
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$114K (2023) → $118K (2024)
David R. Blouin
Co-Chair, Treasurer & Director
On filings since 2019
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
John Tierney
Director
On filings since 2019
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jonathan Bush
Director
On filings since 2019
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kevin Lane Keller
Director
On filings since 2019
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Laurie M. Flutie
Vice President & Director
On filings since 2019
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Tina Cantu
Co-Chair, Clerk & Director
On filings since 2019
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
David Morris
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Joseph Chirirchella
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Sharon Brovelli
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Andrea Faulkner
Director
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Fabienne Bain
Director
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Michael Palmer
Director
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kate Eisenberg
Director
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Giana Cucchi
Director
New on the 2024 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (6)
- Former: Mark Goloboy (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: Stephen Camer (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Abbey Henderson (2019–2021) — Director
- Former: William J. Bussiere Jr. (2019–2021) — Director
- Former: Michael Shunney (2019) — Director
- Former: Shamez Kanji (2019) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2024. "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 $164K, to Nicholas Savarese (Executive Director/FSE Director). 2 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about The Doug Flutie Jr Foundation for Autism Inc
How much does The Doug Flutie Jr Foundation for Autism Inc give each year?
The Doug Flutie Jr Foundation for Autism Inc gave $1.4M across 96 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $1.2M across 84 grants.
What is The Doug Flutie Jr Foundation for Autism Inc's typical grant size?
The Doug Flutie Jr Foundation for Autism Inc's median grant in 2024 was $10,000, and its average grant was $14,889, across 96 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Organizations receiving their first grant from The Doug Flutie Jr Foundation for Autism Inc that year got $13K on average.
Where does The Doug Flutie Jr Foundation for Autism Inc give grants?
The Doug Flutie Jr Foundation for Autism Inc gives mostly in Massachusetts: 71% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The next largest state was Florida (8%). The most frequent recipient cities were Boston, MA (2 grants), Worcester, MA (2 grants), Somerville, MA (2 grants) and Andover, MA (2 grants).
Does The Doug Flutie Jr Foundation for Autism Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 96 grants with a stated purpose on The Doug Flutie Jr Foundation for Autism Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Program Support" (96 grants).
Who are The Doug Flutie Jr Foundation for Autism Inc's largest grantees?
The Doug Flutie Jr Foundation for Autism Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Town of Bellingham ($167,328), Boston Athletic Association ($130,000) and The Guild for Human Services Inc ($39,631), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 24% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Doug Flutie Jr Foundation for Autism Inc?
The Doug Flutie Jr Foundation for Autism Inc reported $4.6M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $3.8M.
What does The Doug Flutie Jr Foundation for Autism Inc fund?
The foundation’s mission is to help people and families affected by autism live life to the fullest. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Doug Flutie Jr Foundation for Autism Inc?
For the Autism Community Impact Grant, eligible organizations can submit an application during the stated application period; applicants outside the listed geographic focus must apply by invitation. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Doug Flutie Jr Foundation for Autism Inc's EIN?
The Doug Flutie Jr Foundation for Autism Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 04-3543134. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
(7)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS November 16, 2020)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 11, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 13, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 14, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 11, 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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