William M Wood Foundation

The Driftwood Charitable Foundation

Mattapoisett, MA

Ruffini Charitable Foundation Trust

Hanover, MA

The Nancy Lurie Marks Family Foundation

Wellesley, MA

The Nancy Lurie Marks Family Foundation funds autism-related research, clinical care, advocacy, education, policy, and community programs, with community and recreation grants focused on Greater Boston; it has supported organizations in the United States and internationally. In 2025, grants had a median of $40,000, though awards ranged widely from $50 to $2,437,500. It does not accept unsolicited requests; inquiries and applications are by invitation only.

The Joukowsky Family Foundation

New York, NY

The Joukowsky Family Foundation supports educational, cultural, and research organizations, with 2024 grants ranging from $1,500 to $720,000 and a median of $25,000. Its 2024 giving went mainly to organizations in Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, and New York, with smaller amounts in Utah and Rhode Island. It does not accept unsolicited requests; grants are by invitation.

Sontag Foundation

Ponte Vedra Beach, FL

The Sontag Foundation primarily funds brain cancer research, including basic science, through its Distinguished Scientist Award, which provides $750,000 over five years; 2024 grants ranged from $3,000 to $3 million, with a median of $112,500. It awarded funds mainly in the United States, with some support for eligible institutions in Canada; 42% of 2024 grant dollars went to Florida. It does not accept unsolicited requests; applications are submitted in response to published calls.

Bristol-Myers Squibb Foundation Inc

Princeton, NJ

The Bristol-Myers Squibb Foundation supports health-access initiatives for disproportionately affected populations, including cancer, blood disorders, brain health, and clinical-trial participation, in the United States and internationally. In 2024, its median grant was $134,090, though awards varied widely; it says application materials are available upon request and advises organizations to contact it about the process, but does not state whether unsolicited requests are accepted.

POINT32HEALTH Foundation Inc

Canton, MA

Point32Health Foundation supports community-led work advancing equity in aging, including community building, policy advocacy, and systems change, in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island. Its 2024 grants had a median of $40,000 (ranging from $5,095 to $302,000); organizations can submit a short inquiry form, with formal applications by invitation after an initial meeting.

The Charles a Dana Foundation

New York, NY

The Charles A. Dana Foundation funds qualified organizations working at the intersection of neuroscience and societal challenges, including education, law, policy, and public engagement. Most grants are up to $150,000 for projects lasting 12–18 months, with funding awarded across multiple U.S. states. Applicants submit a letter describing their request; the profile does not state whether unsolicited requests are accepted.

Richard & Susan Smith Family Foundation

Newton, MA

The Richard & Susan Smith Family Foundation funds health, education, economic security, human services, community development, and other community needs, primarily in Greater Boston and Massachusetts; its Small Capital Grants program serves nonprofits in Greater Boston and Gateway Cities. Small Capital Grants are typically $25,000–$100,000, while 2025 grants overall had a median of $35,606 and ranged from $100 to $1.5 million. The foundation encourages prospective Small Capital Grants applicants to schedule a call before applying; whether it accepts unsolicited requests is not stated.

University of Miami

Coral Gables, FL

The University of Miami primarily supports its own academic and research priorities, including research awards to universities, scholarships, patient care, and study-abroad assistance; its 2025 grants also included general support for a charitable organization. In 2025, grants ranged from $5,175 to $5.43 million, with a median of about $73,600, and recipients were nationwide, with the largest shares going to Florida, New York, and California. The profile does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.

Community Foundation of Western

Springfield, MA

The Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts funds nonprofits working in Franklin, Hampshire, and Hampden counties, with priorities including effective nonprofits led by people of color, early education, post-secondary pathways, and arts and creativity. Its 2025 grants had a median of $25,000, with awards ranging from $5,019 to $615,000. It accepts applications through its Flexible Funding program; the 2026 application period has closed.

Eastern Bank Foundation

Wakefield, MA

Eastern Bank Foundation funds systemic efforts to advance economic inclusion and mobility, including small-business equity, early childhood development, affordable housing, and workforce development. Its programs range from $1,000–$10,000 for Community Donations, up to $15,000 for CITC Grants, and $50,000–$150,000 for Impact Grants; it supports organizations primarily in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island. The foundation accepts online applications, with no specific submission deadlines stated.