The Hamilton Company Charitable
The Hamilton Company Charitable is a private foundation based in Allston, Massachusetts. It supports charitable organizations through grants for areas including medical and scientific research and services, underserved youths’ activities, scholarships, homelessness assistance, capital projects, and animal hospitals and shelters.
The Hamilton Company Charitable at a glance
In short: The Hamilton Company Charitable gave $4.8M across 267 grants in 2024 (avg $18K), mostly in Massachusetts. 30% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $4,785,751
- +22.0% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 267
- +27.1% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $17,924
- -4.0% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Total assets
- $66,698,521
- +1.5% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 30% first-time grantees (81 of 267, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Massachusetts (99% 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 The Hamilton Company Charitable
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
The foundation’s 2024 filing states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds; it lists no application form, materials, deadlines, or…
The foundation’s 2024 filing states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds; it lists no application form, materials, deadlines, or award restrictions. Separately, the foundation’s website describes an application for requests over $1,000 and a brief summary application for requests up to $1,000. It says applicants may apply for one grant per year, organizations will not be funded more than once per year, and grant administrative costs must be included.
- Review Cycle
- The website lists 2026 application dates of January 15, April 15, July 15, October 15, and December 15. The January, April, and July dates have passed; October 15 and December 15 are upcoming.
- Deadline
- The website lists 2026 application dates of January 15, April 15, July 15, October 15, and December 15.
- Contact
Application contact: Jameson Brown
Mailing address: 39 Brighton Ave, Allston, MA 02134
Phone: (617) 783-0039
Website: https://thehamiltoncompany.net
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Hamilton Company Charitable funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Goddard House Assisted Living ($500K). Together the top 10 received $1.9M.
Grant Size Distribution
944 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 893 grants of 944 (95%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation’s website says it funds only organizations in Massachusetts, with focus areas including Allston, Brookline, Brighton, and Greater Boston. It gives preference to organizations serving neighborhoods where The Hamilton Company does business. In filing year 2024, 99% of grant dollars went to recipients in Massachusetts.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 267 itemized grants.
Cities
Is The Hamilton Company Charitable open to new grantees?
30%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 81 of 267 grantees (30%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $6K; repeat grants $23K. How we count
Medians: $5K first-time, $10K repeat.
- 60% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 78% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 123% 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 $2.7M (2021) to $4.8M (2024). In 2024 it made 267 grants totaling $4.8M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Goddard House Assisted Living Brookline, MA | General | $500,000 |
| 2LIFE Communities Brighton, MA | General | $400,000 |
| Hebrew Senior Life Boston, MA | General | $300,000 |
| Brookline Community Foundation Brookline, MA | General | $175,000 |
| West End House Allston, MA | General | $150,000 |
| Benjamin Franklin Institute of Technology Boston, MA | General | $125,000 |
| Franciscan Hospital for Children Brighton, MA | General | $100,000 |
| Sherrill House Jamaica Plain, MA | General | $75,000 |
| Coolidge Corner Theatre Brookline, MA | General | $50,000 |
| Corey C Griffin Charitable Foundation Braintree, MA | General | $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 | $66,698,521 | $11,206,596 | $6,685,031 | $4,785,751 | 267 | $4,785,751 | $5,143,407 | $3,904,956 |
| 2023 | $65,711,553 | $8,930,580 | $5,638,940 | $3,921,174 | 210 | $3,921,174 | $2,928,663 | $3,668,733 |
| 2022 | $68,506,346 | $7,187,592 | $5,077,411 | $3,375,640 | 178 | $3,375,640 | $1,299,773 | $3,551,055 |
| 2021 | $55,982,894 | $4,190,059 | $3,795,759 | $2,688,450 | 139 | $2,688,450 | $916,586 | $2,250,223 |
| 2020 | $55,510,703 | $9,584,664 | $4,280,434 | $2,962,235 | 150 | — | $1,515,813 | $2,960,022 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Hamilton Company Charitable reported a distributable amount of $3.9M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s website describes support for a wide range of charitable work, including medical and scientific research and medical services; educational, artistic, musical, and recreational activities for underserved youths; scholarships; aid for people experiencing homelessness; capital renovations and new construction; and animal hospitals and shelters. It says it considers efficient use of administrative costs relative to benefits received, funds specific projects rather than operational costs, and requires organizations to have operated for at least five contiguous years.
Among its 2024 grantees, 2Life Communities says it builds and operates housing for low-income seniors and offers services to support independence and dignity. West End House describes its work as helping young people reach their potential through youth development and college and career success. Cradles to Crayons says it provides essential items to children in homeless or low-income situations. These are descriptions of the grantees’ missions.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2024, the foundation reported 267 grants totaling $4,785,751. Grants ranged from $100 to $500,000, with a median of $10,000. The foundation’s website states that, as of January 1, 2026, annual funding exceeds $4 million.
Its largest reported 2024 grants included $500,000 to Goddard House Assisted Living, $400,000 to 2Life Communities, $300,000 to Hebrew Senior Life, $175,000 to Brookline Community Foundation, and $150,000 to West End House. Other recipients included Benjamin Franklin Institute of Technology ($125,000), Franciscan Hospital for Children ($100,000), and Sherrill House ($75,000).
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Jameson Brown, Maura Brown, Frederick Lebow, Harley Brown, Ronald Brown, and Andrea Kozinetz as trustees. The foundation’s website identifies Ronald Brown as chairman.
The Hamilton Company Charitable's 2024 filing lists 6 officers; all 6 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Andrea Kozinetz
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$20K (2020) → $20K (2024)
Frederick Lebow
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$20K (2020) → $20K (2024)
Harley Brown
Trustee
Alternate Trustee → Trustee, 2022
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$20K (2020) → $20K (2024)
Jameson Brown
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$28K (2020) → $20K (2024)
Maura Brown
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$20K (2020) → $20K (2024)
Ronald Brown
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$33K (2020) → $25K (2024)
Former officers (2)
- Former: Carl Valeri (2020–2021) — Trustee
- Former: Robert Somma (2020–2021) — Trustee
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 $25K, to Ronald Brown (Trustee). 6 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about The Hamilton Company Charitable
How much does The Hamilton Company Charitable give each year?
The Hamilton Company Charitable gave $4.8M across 267 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $3.9M across 210 grants.
What is The Hamilton Company Charitable's typical grant size?
The Hamilton Company Charitable's median grant in 2024 was $10,000, and its average grant was $17,924, across 267 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from The Hamilton Company Charitable that year got $6K on average.
Where does The Hamilton Company Charitable give grants?
The Hamilton Company Charitable gives mostly in Massachusetts: 99% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Boston, MA (96 grants), Brookline, MA (14 grants), Newton, MA (12 grants) and Brighton, MA (10 grants).
Does The Hamilton Company Charitable give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of The Hamilton Company Charitable's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (267 of 267) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Hamilton Company Charitable's largest grantees?
The Hamilton Company Charitable's largest 2024 grantees include Goddard House Assisted Living ($500,000), 2LIFE Communities ($400,000) and Hebrew Senior Life ($300,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 25% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Hamilton Company Charitable?
The Hamilton Company Charitable reported $66.7M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $4.8M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $3.9M (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Hamilton Company Charitable fund?
The foundation’s website describes support for a wide range of charitable work, including medical and scientific research and medical services; educational, artistic, musical, and recreational activities for underserved youths; scholarships; aid for people experiencing homelessness; capital renovations and new construction; and animal hospitals and shelters. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Hamilton Company Charitable?
The foundation’s 2024 filing states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds; it lists no application form, materials, deadlines, or… Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Hamilton Company Charitable's EIN?
The Hamilton Company Charitable's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 27-7018900. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does The Hamilton Company Charitable 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 October 2026.
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- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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Grantable. (2026). The Hamilton Company Charitable funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 13, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/the-hamilton-company-charitable-morg_b2df53af3499488b886fb50075f89cb3
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