Webster Family Foundation (FKA
WEBSTER FAMILY FOUNDATION is a private foundation based in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. Its 2024 filing reports grants to charitable organizations in several states, including Massachusetts, Nebraska, and Florida.
Webster Family Foundation (FKA at a glance
In short: Webster Family Foundation (FKA gave $562K across 35 grants in 2024 (avg $16K), top state Massachusetts. 34% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $561,500
- +18.8% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 35
- +16.7% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $16,043
- +1.9% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Total assets
- $4,003,295
- -5.6% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 34% first-time grantees (10 of 29, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Massachusetts (44% 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 Webster Family Foundation (FKA
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations.
- Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 31967, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33420
Phone: (508) 878-7411
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Webster Family Foundation (FKA funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Scott a Webster Fund - DAFGIVING360 ($125K). Together the top 10 received $440K.
Grant Size Distribution
160 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 153 grants of 160 (96%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, the largest shares of grant dollars went to recipients in Massachusetts (44%), Nebraska (22%), and Florida (21%). Smaller shares went to recipients in Virginia (3%) and New York (3%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 35 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Webster Family Foundation (FKA open to new grantees?
34%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 10 of 29 grantees (34%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $22K; repeat grants $18K. How we count
Medians: $4K first-time, $10K repeat.
- 45% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 73% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 222% 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 $222K (2020) to $651K (2022). In 2024 it made 35 grants totaling $562K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Scott a Webster Fund - DAFGIVING360 Omaha, NE | General | $125,000 |
| PGA Tour First Tee Foundation Ponte Vedra Beach, FL | General | $100,000 |
| Francis Ouiment Scholorship Fund Norton, MA | General | $50,000 |
| Louisa May Alcott's Orchard House Concord, MA | General | $20,000 |
| New Bedford Whaling Museum New Bedford, MA | General | $20,000 |
| Louisa May Alcott's Orchard House Concord, MA | General | $20,000 |
| New Bedford Whaling Museum New Bedford, MA | General | $15,000 |
| Zeiterion Performing Arts Center New Bedford, MA | General | $15,000 |
| The Governor's Academy Byfield, MA | General | $15,000 |
| Zeiterion Performing Arts Center New Bedford, MA | General | $15,000 |
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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 | $4,003,295 | $355,456 | $591,989 | $561,500 | 35 | $561,535 | $344,823 | $252,948 |
| 2023 | $4,239,828 | $165,871 | $483,372 | $472,500 | 30 | $472,535 | $156,734 | $241,668 |
| 2022 | $4,557,329 | $150,788 | $675,593 | $651,000 | 47 | $651,035 | $139,530 | $263,839 |
| 2021 | $5,082,134 | $418,420 | $341,395 | $325,000 | 31 | $325,035 | $406,660 | $314,451 |
| 2020 | $5,005,142 | $107,607 | $241,008 | $221,500 | 17 | — | $98,034 | $280,041 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Webster Family Foundation (FKA reported a distributable amount of $253K for 2024 — 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 mission statement is provided. Its grants include support for organizations in arts and culture, education, and youth programming. For example, Louisa May Alcott’s Orchard House describes its work as preserving and restoring the Alcott family home and presenting educational programs. New Bedford Art Museum describes its work as engaging diverse audiences through exhibitions, education, and creative experiences. PGA TOUR First Tee Foundation says its program combines golf with a life-skills curriculum to help children build strength of character.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 35 grants totaling $561,500. Grant amounts ranged from $2,000 to $125,000, with a median grant of $10,000. Among its largest grants were $125,000 to Scott A Webster Fund - DAFGiving360 for general purposes, $100,000 to PGA TOUR First Tee Foundation for general purposes, and $50,000 to Francis Ouiment Scholorship Fund for general purposes. Other listed grants included $20,000 to Louisa May Alcott’s Orchard House and $20,000 to New Bedford Whaling Museum, both for general purposes.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists John A Webster III, Scott Webster, Jeffrey Webster, and Ann S Webster as trustees.
Webster Family Foundation (FKA's 2024 filing lists 4 officers; none of the 4 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Ann S. Webster
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Jeffrey Webster
Trustee
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
John A. Webster III
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Scott Webster
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
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.
Frequently asked questions about Webster Family Foundation (FKA
How much does Webster Family Foundation (FKA give each year?
Webster Family Foundation (FKA gave $562K across 35 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $473K across 30 grants.
What is Webster Family Foundation (FKA's typical grant size?
Webster Family Foundation (FKA's median grant in 2024 was $10,000, and its average grant was $16,043, across 35 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Webster Family Foundation (FKA that year got $22K on average.
Where does Webster Family Foundation (FKA give grants?
Webster Family Foundation (FKA's top state is Massachusetts, with 44% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Nebraska (22%) and Florida (21%). The most frequent recipient cities were New Bedford, MA (4 grants), Norton, MA (3 grants), Concord, MA (3 grants) and Boston, MA (3 grants).
Does Webster Family Foundation (FKA give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Webster Family Foundation (FKA's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (35 of 35) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Webster Family Foundation (FKA's largest grantees?
Webster Family Foundation (FKA's largest 2024 grantees include Scott a Webster Fund - DAFGIVING360 ($125,000), PGA Tour First Tee Foundation ($100,000) and Francis Ouiment Scholorship Fund ($60,000 across 3 grants), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 51% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Webster Family Foundation (FKA?
Webster Family Foundation (FKA reported $4.0M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $562K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $253K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Webster Family Foundation (FKA fund?
No mission statement is provided. Its grants include support for organizations in arts and culture, education, and youth programming. For example, Louisa May Alcott’s Orchard House describes its work as preserving and restoring the Alcott family home and presenting educational programs. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Webster Family Foundation (FKA?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Webster Family Foundation (FKA's EIN?
Webster Family Foundation (FKA's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 22-3887737. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Webster Family Foundation (FKA 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 2020–2024
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Cite this profile
Grantable. (2026). Webster Family Foundation (FKA funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 17, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/webster-family-foundation-fka-morg_238baf227cc040b4a7a303aef1cf2d5d
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