Tully Family Foundation
The Tully Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Charlton, Massachusetts. Its 2023 filing reports grants to charitable organizations, including Massachusetts groups serving children in foster care, people with disabilities, and local residents, as well as organizations outside Massachusetts.
Tully Family Foundation at a glance
In short: Tully Family Foundation gave $28K across 18 grants in 2023 (avg $2K), mostly in Massachusetts. Source: 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2023)
- $27,500
- Grants made (2023)
- 18
- Average grant
- $1,528
- Median grant
- $1,250
- Total assets
- $72,043
- -28.3% vs 2022
- Primary geography
- Massachusetts (84% of itemized 2023 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2023 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2023; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Tully Family Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 28 Hyde Rd, Charlton, MA 01507
Phone: (508) 498-4595
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Tully Family Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2023
The largest 2023 recipient was Rise Above Foundation ($5K). Together the top 10 received $22K.
Grant Size Distribution
18 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 18 grants of 18 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation is based in Charlton, Massachusetts. In 2023, 84% of grant dollars went to recipients in Massachusetts, 7% to Maine, 4% to New Jersey, 2% to California, and 2% to Maryland.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2023 grant dollars across all 18 itemized grants.
Cities
How Tully Family Foundation gives
- In 2023 it paid out 599% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2023 it made 18 grants totaling $28K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rise Above Foundation Northbridge, MA | Providing Massachusetts children in foster care with enriching activities AND opportunities. | $5,000 |
| Center of Hope Foundation Southbridge, MA | provide people with disabilities and their families from different cultures and ethnic backgrounds with resources, services and opportunities to be contributing members of their communities and to achieve the most fulfilling and meaningful lives possible. | $2,500 |
| Reas Charlton, MA | Fuel cost assistance to seniors in Charlton. | $2,500 |
| Boston Chidlren's Hospital Boston, MA | Boston marathon, medical research in support for families caring for sick children. | $2,000 |
| Camp Sunshine Casco, ME | retreat for children with life-threatening illnesses and their families through the various stages of a childs illness. The program is free of charge to families and includes on-site medical support. Bereavement sessions are also offered for families who have experienced the death of a child from a supported illness. | $2,000 |
| St Joseph's Church Charlton, MA | EDGE - grades 6-8 education program. | $2,000 |
| The Joseph Middlemiss Dracut, MA | Gifts to patients and families during long hospital stays. Accomodations to families commuting far distances to hospitals. Training and support to teachers, tutoring for struggling students. | $2,000 |
| Focas Charlton, MA | Charlton Animal Shelter - helping town's stray dogs, cats. Buys food to help pet owners with financial trouble. | $1,500 |
| Helping Hand Charlton, MA | Provide Charitable Giving to Charlton Residents. | $1,500 |
| Boys Girls Club of Worcester Worcester, MA | Run and maintain four clubhouses, employing a skilled staff, and being able to provide numerous programs and services to over 8,000 youth annually. | $1,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $72,043 | $4,737 | $33,157 | $27,500 | 18 | $27,500 | $3,874 | $4,591 |
| 2022 | $100,463 | $100,463 | — | — | — | — | $463 | $807 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Tully Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $5K for 2023 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No foundation mission statement is provided. Its 2023 grants show support for organizations working in areas that include foster care, disability services, health care, youth programs, tutoring, animal welfare, and assistance to seniors and local residents. For example, Rise Above Foundation says its mission is to provide Massachusetts children in foster care with access to enriching activities and opportunities. Center of Hope Foundation says it provides people with disabilities and their families resources, services, and opportunities to participate in their communities and lead fulfilling lives. Beagle Freedom Project says its mission is to eliminate animal suffering through rescue and public education.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2023, the foundation gave $27,500 through 18 grants. Grants ranged from $500 to $5,000, with a median grant of $1,250.
Notable grants included $5,000 to Rise Above Foundation; $2,500 each to Center of Hope Foundation and REAS; and $2,000 each to Boston Children’s Hospital, Camp Sunshine, St Joseph’s Church, and The Joseph Middlemiss. Other listed recipients included FOCAS and Helping Hand, each with $1,500; Boys Girls Club of Worcester, Raising Hands Tutoring, and Thrive Support Advocacy, each with $1,000; and Beagle Freedom Project, which received $500.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2023 filing lists Darlene Tully, Eric E Tully, Megan J Tully, Emily A Ray, and Lindsey J Mann as trustees.
Tully Family Foundation's 2023 filing lists 5 officers; none of the 5 officers listed in 2023 report compensation.
Officers on the 2023 filing
Darlene Tully
Trustee
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Emily A. Ray
Trustee
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Eric E. Tully
Trustee
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Lindsey J. Mann
Trustee
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Megan J. Tully
Trustee
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2022–2023. "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 Tully Family Foundation
How much does Tully Family Foundation give each year?
Tully Family Foundation gave $28K across 18 grants in 2023, according to its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is Tully Family Foundation's typical grant size?
Tully Family Foundation's median grant in 2023 was $1,250, and its average grant was $1,528, across 18 grants on its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Tully Family Foundation give grants?
Tully Family Foundation gives mostly in Massachusetts: 84% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Maine (7%). The most frequent recipient cities were Charlton, MA (5 grants) and Worcester, MA (2 grants).
Does Tully Family Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2023: none of the 18 grants with a stated purpose on Tully Family Foundation's 2023 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support.
Who are Tully Family Foundation's largest grantees?
Tully Family Foundation's largest 2023 grantees include Rise Above Foundation ($5,000), Center of Hope Foundation ($2,500) and Reas ($2,500), according to its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 36% of its itemized 2023 grant dollars.
How large is Tully Family Foundation?
Tully Family Foundation reported $72K in total assets on its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $28K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $5K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Tully Family Foundation fund?
No foundation mission statement is provided. Its 2023 grants show support for organizations working in areas that include foster care, disability services, health care, youth programs, tutoring, animal welfare, and assistance to seniors and local residents. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Tully Family Foundation?
The foundation states 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 ↑
What is Tully Family Foundation's EIN?
Tully Family Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 88-2459522. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2022–2023.
Does Tully 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 September 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2022–2023
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