The Lucretia Fund Inc
Lucretia was founded with a mission to support the sectors of the civil society at the local and international levels promoting community development efforts, human and civil rights, and social and economic equity.
The Lucretia Fund Inc at a glance
In short: The Lucretia Fund Inc gave $100K across 1 grant in 2023 (avg $100K), mostly in Massachusetts. Source: 2023 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2023)
- $99,518
- +895.2% vs 2022
- Grants made (2023)
- 1
- +0.0% vs 2022
- Average grant
- $99,518
- +895.2% vs 2022
- Median grant
- $99,518
- Primary geography
- Massachusetts (100% of itemized 2023 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2023 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2023; updated September 2026.
Who The Lucretia Fund Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2023
The largest 2023 recipient was Civil Society Institute Inc Co Stanton & Company ($100K).
Grant Size Distribution
4 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 2 grants of 4 (50%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2023 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
How The Lucretia Fund Inc gives
- Giving held roughly steady from 2020 to 2023 (+0%). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2023, annual grant giving ranged from $10K (2021) to $100K (2020). In 2023 it made 1 grant totaling $100K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Civil Society Institute Inc Co Stanton & Company Woburn, MA | General Operating Support; Promote Civil Society | $99,518 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | — | $4,706 | $100,167 | $99,518 | 1 | $4,706 |
| 2022 | $100,027 | $-10,447 | $11,557 | $10,000 | 1 | $-10,447 |
| 2021 | $132,068 | $-1,895 | $12,504 | $10,000 | 1 | $-1,895 |
| 2020 | $110,407 | $13,259 | $102,785 | $100,000 | 1 | $13,259 |
About The Lucretia Fund Inc
Based on IRS filings
The Lucretia Fund Inc is a public charity, based in Woburn, MA. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2023. In 2023, it awarded 1 grant totaling $100K. Net investment income was $5K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
The Lucretia Fund Inc is led by John Van Rens, President & Director on every filing since 2020; none of the 3 officers listed in 2023 report compensation.
Officers on the 2023 filing
John Van Rens
President & Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Pam Solo
Clerk & Executive Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Gail Pressberg
Treasurer & Director
Director → Treasurer & Director, 2022
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (2)
- Former: Frank Smith (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Marian McAvoy (2020) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2023. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about The Lucretia Fund Inc
How much does The Lucretia Fund Inc give each year?
The Lucretia Fund Inc gave $100K across 1 grant in 2023, according to its 2023 IRS Form 990. In 2022 it gave $10K across 1 grant.
Where does The Lucretia Fund Inc operate?
The Lucretia Fund Inc has awarded grants in Massachusetts.
What is The Lucretia Fund Inc's EIN?
The Lucretia Fund Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 04-3322483. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2023.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(5)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 15, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 14, 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 14, 2024)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2023
Live grants for the work The Lucretia Fund Inc funds
Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Open opportunities, soonest deadline first.
- Nixa Affiliate Grantmaking Program Up to US $10,000 · Due October 19, 2026
- Community and School Grants $28,000 total pool; 10-15 grants expected · Due October 19, 2026
- Mary Pinola/Crescenta Valley Chamber Education Fund $500 - $5,000 for ongoing programs; up to $15,000 for Strategic Initiative Grants · Due October 19, 2026
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