The Parkman Family Foundation
The Parkman Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Boston, Massachusetts. Its most recent filing is for 2020, and no filings have been made since; the foundation appears to have wound down or stopped grantmaking.
The Parkman Family Foundation at a glance
In short: The Parkman Family Foundation gave $58K across 11 grants in 2020 (avg $5K), top state Massachusetts. Source: 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2020)
- $57,700
- Grants made (2020)
- 11
- Average grant
- $5,245
- Median grant
- $3,000
- Total assets
- $1,928,441
- Primary geography
- Massachusetts (28% of itemized 2020 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2020 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2020; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Parkman Family Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation stated in its 2020 filing that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. This is not current application guidance.
- Contact
Mailing address: Burns Levinson Llp 125 High St, Boston, MA 02110
Phone: (617) 345-3000
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Parkman Family Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2020
The largest 2020 recipient was Greater Boston Charity Horseshows ($15K). Together the top 10 received $58K.
Grant Size Distribution
11 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 11 grants of 11 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2020, grant dollars went to recipients in Massachusetts (28%), California (26%), New Hampshire (18%), Florida (13%), and New York (9%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2020 grant dollars across all 11 itemized grants.
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2020 it made 11 grants totaling $58K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Greater Boston Charity Horseshows East Weymouth, MA | To Provide Needed Monetary Assistance to the Charity | $15,000 |
| Semper Fi and America's Fund Oceanside, CA | To Provide Needed Monetary Assistance to the Charity | $15,000 |
| NH Horse & Trail Assoc Deerfield, NH | To Provide Needed Monetary Assistance to the Charity | $9,000 |
| Dontes Den Myakka City, FL | To Provide Needed Monetary Assistance to the Charity | $7,500 |
| Petsaver Foundationnorth Shore Animal League America Port Washington, NY | To Provide Needed Monetary Assistance to the Charity | $5,000 |
| Gasparilla Charity Horse Shownational Horseman Scottsdale, AZ | To Provide Needed Monetary Assistance to the Charity | $3,000 |
| Twin State American Saddlebred Assoc Bedford, NH | To Provide Needed Monetary Assistance to the Charity | $1,000 |
| United Professional Horsemen Assoc Lexington, KY | To Provide Needed Monetary Assistance to the Charity | $1,000 |
| Franklin Performing Arts Company Franklin, MA | To Provide Needed Monetary Assistance to the Charity | $1,000 |
| New England Horsemen's Council Sundown, NH | To Provide Needed Monetary Assistance to the Charity | $100 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $1,928,441 | $92,081 | $120,226 | $57,700 | 11 | $62,986 | $131,067 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Parkman Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $131K for 2020 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Grantmaking
In 2020, the foundation gave $57,700 through 11 grants. Grant amounts ranged from $100 to $15,000, with a median grant of $3,000. Its largest grants were $15,000 each to Greater Boston Charity Horseshows and Semper Fi and America’s Fund; $9,000 to NH Horse & Trail Association; $7,500 to Dontes Den; and $5,000 to Petsaver Foundation/North Shore Animal League America.
Franklin Performing Arts Company received $1,000. The grantee describes its mission as promoting and encouraging the performing arts, with a commitment to youth development, and says it presents performances while offering opportunities for [the statement is incomplete].
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2020 filing lists Andrea Lea Parkman as trustee.
The Parkman Family Foundation is led by Andrea Lea Parkman, Trustee on the 2020 filing — the only officer listed, and uncompensated.
Officers on the 2020 filing
Andrea Lea Parkman
Trustee
New on the 2020 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020. "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 Parkman Family Foundation
How much does The Parkman Family Foundation give each year?
The Parkman Family Foundation gave $58K across 11 grants in 2020, according to its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is The Parkman Family Foundation's typical grant size?
The Parkman Family Foundation's median grant in 2020 was $3,000, and its average grant was $5,245, across 11 grants on its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Parkman Family Foundation give grants?
The Parkman Family Foundation's top state is Massachusetts, with 28% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were California (26%) and New Hampshire (18%).
Does The Parkman Family Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2020: none of the 11 grants with a stated purpose on The Parkman Family Foundation's 2020 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "To Provide Needed Monetary Assistance to the Charity" (11 grants).
Who are The Parkman Family Foundation's largest grantees?
The Parkman Family Foundation's largest 2020 grantees include Greater Boston Charity Horseshows ($15,000), Semper Fi and America's Fund ($15,000) and NH Horse & Trail Assoc ($9,000), according to its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 68% of its itemized 2020 grant dollars.
How large is The Parkman Family Foundation?
The Parkman Family Foundation reported $1.9M in total assets on its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF. Its revenue that year was $92K.
How do I apply for a grant from The Parkman Family Foundation?
The foundation stated in its 2020 filing that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
How much is The Parkman Family Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2020, The Parkman Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $131K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is The Parkman Family Foundation's EIN?
The Parkman Family Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 26-1610802. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020.
Does The Parkman Family Foundation 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.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal year 2020
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