Howell Family Charitable Foundation | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 04-3425079
Foundation Overview
Based in Boston, MA, Howell Family Charitable Foundation has awarded 156 grants totaling $1,051,250 to organizations in Rhode Island, Massachusetts and 8 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $250 to $150,250, with a median award of $5,000.
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2 total grants. Insufficient data for reliable pattern analysis. Foundation may be highly selective or recently established.
Geographic Focus
49% of grants are awarded in Massachusetts, with additional funding distributed across 9 other locations. The foundation balances regional focus with broader geographic diversity. Within Massachusetts, funding concentrates in Boston (28%), Vineyard Haven (20%), Jamaica Plain (20%).
Funding Trajectory
Strong 129% growth in annual giving over 7 years indicates expanding philanthropic capacity and increasing opportunities for grant seekers. This upward trajectory suggests growing foundation resources and commitment.
Program Areas
Diversified giving across multiple program areas with primary emphasis on community projects (29%). This broad approach suggests openness to various causes and innovative cross-sector solutions.
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Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into Howell Family Charitable Foundation's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.
| Name | Amount | Location | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tunefoolery Music Inc | $10,000 | Boston, MA, US | General Charitable Purposes | 2023 |
| Vineyard Haven Public Library | $150,250 | Vineyard Haven, MA, US | Building Fund | 2023 |
| Lucy's Hearth | $5,000 | Middletown, RI, US | General Charitable Purposes | 2022 |
| Gould Farm | $4,000 | Monterey, MA, US | General Charitable Purposes | 2022 |
| Marthas Vineyard Community | $16,000 | Vineyard Haven, MA, US | Social Services | 2022 |
| First Congregational Church | $9,000 | West Tisbury, MA, US | Religious Worship Community | 2022 |
| First Literacy Inc | $7,000 | Boston, MA, US | Literacy In Boston Region | 2022 |
| Star Kids Scholarship Program | $10,000 | Middletown, RI, US | General Charitable Purposes | 2022 |
| Fountain House | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | Mental Health Clubhouse In | 2022 |
| Planned Parenthood | $8,000 | Washington, DC, US | Women's Reproductive Health | 2022 |
| This Is My Brave Inc | $10,000 | Leesburg, VA, US | Mental Health Advocacy | 2022 |
| The Norman Bird Sanctuary Trust | $10,000 | Middletown, RI, US | Wildlife Refuge | 2022 |
| Aquidneck Land Trust | $10,000 | Middletown, RI, US | Land Preservation | 2022 |
| Tunefoolery Music Inc | $9,000 | Boston, MA, US | General Charitable Purposes | 2022 |
| Elizabeth Stone House Inc | $8,000 | Jamaica Plain, MA, US | Support Resources For | 2022 |
| Nami | $5,000 | Arlington, VA, US | Mental Health Advocacy | 2022 |
| Mindful Philanthropy | $25,000 | Philadelphia, PA, US | General Charitable Purposes | 2022 |
| Lucy's Hearth | $5,000 | Middletown, RI, US | General Charitable Purposes | 2022 |
| Gould Farm | $4,000 | Monterey, MA, US | General Charitable Purposes | 2022 |
| Marthas Vineyard Community | $16,000 | Vineyard Haven, MA, US | Social Services | 2022 |
| First Congregational Church | $9,000 | West Tisbury, MA, US | Religious Worship Community | 2022 |
| First Literacy Inc | $7,000 | Boston, MA, US | Literacy In Boston Region | 2022 |
| Star Kids Scholarship Program | $10,000 | Middletown, RI, US | General Charitable Purposes | 2022 |
| Fountain House | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | Mental Health Clubhouse In | 2022 |
| Planned Parenthood | $8,000 | Washington, DC, US | Women's Reproductive Health | 2022 |
| This Is My Brave Inc | $10,000 | Leesburg, VA, US | Mental Health Advocacy | 2022 |
| The Norman Bird Sanctuary Trust | $10,000 | Middletown, RI, US | Wildlife Refuge | 2022 |
| Aquidneck Land Trust | $10,000 | Middletown, RI, US | Land Preservation | 2022 |
| Tunefoolery Music Inc | $9,000 | Boston, MA, US | General Charitable Purposes | 2022 |
| Elizabeth Stone House Inc | $8,000 | Jamaica Plain, MA, US | Support Resources For | 2022 |
| Nami | $5,000 | Arlington, VA, US | Mental Health Advocacy | 2022 |
| Mindful Philanthropy | $25,000 | Philadelphia, PA, US | General Charitable Purposes | 2022 |
| Lucy's Hearth | $5,000 | Middletown, RI, US | General Charitable Purposes | 2022 |
| Gould Farm | $4,000 | Monterey, MA, US | General Charitable Purposes | 2022 |
| Marthas Vineyard Community | $16,000 | Vineyard Haven, MA, US | Social Services | 2022 |
| First Congregational Church | $9,000 | West Tisbury, MA, US | Religious Worship Community | 2022 |
| First Literacy Inc | $7,000 | Boston, MA, US | Literacy In Boston Region | 2022 |
| Star Kids Scholarship Program | $10,000 | Middletown, RI, US | General Charitable Purposes | 2022 |
| Fountain House | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | Mental Health Clubhouse In | 2022 |
| Planned Parenthood | $8,000 | Washington, DC, US | Women's Reproductive Health | 2022 |
| This Is My Brave Inc | $10,000 | Leesburg, VA, US | Mental Health Advocacy | 2022 |
| The Norman Bird Sanctuary Trust | $10,000 | Middletown, RI, US | Wildlife Refuge | 2022 |
| Aquidneck Land Trust | $10,000 | Middletown, RI, US | Land Preservation | 2022 |
| Tunefoolery Music Inc | $9,000 | Boston, MA, US | General Charitable Purposes | 2022 |
| Elizabeth Stone House Inc | $8,000 | Jamaica Plain, MA, US | Support Resources For | 2022 |
| Nami | $5,000 | Arlington, VA, US | Mental Health Advocacy | 2022 |
| Mindful Philanthropy | $25,000 | Philadelphia, PA, US | General Charitable Purposes | 2022 |
| Marthas Vineyard Communi | $14,000 | Vineyard Haven, MA, US | General Charitable Purpose | 2021 |
| First Congregational Church | $2,500 | West Tisbury, MA, US | General Charitable Purposes | 2021 |
| First Literacy Inc | $6,000 | Boston, MA, US | General Charitable Purposes | 2021 |
| The Bottom Line Inc | $5,500 | Jamaica Plain, MA, US | General Charitable Purposes | 2021 |
| Star Kids Inc | $5,000 | Middletown, RI, US | Unresticted- General Fund | 2021 |
| Looking Upwards | $2,000 | Portsmouth, RI, US | Unresticted- General Fund | 2021 |
| Fountain House | $8,000 | New York, NY, US | General Charitable Purposes | 2021 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation Of America | $7,000 | New York, NY, US | General Charitable Purposes | 2021 |
| This Is My Brave Inc | $10,000 | Dulles, VA, US | General Charitable Purpose | 2021 |
| The Norman Bird Sanctuary Trust | $10,000 | Middletown, RI, US | General Charitable Purposes | 2021 |
| Aquidneck Land Trust | $6,000 | Middletown, RI, US | General Charitable Purposes | 2021 |
| Community Servings | $8,000 | Jamaica Plain, MA, US | General Charitable Purposes | 2021 |
| Tunefoolery Music Inc | $12,500 | Boston, MA, US | General Charitable Purposes | 2021 |
| Clean Ocean Access | $2,000 | Middletown, RI, US | General Charitable Purpose | 2021 |
| Elizabeth Stone House Inc | $7,000 | Jamaica Plain, MA, US | General Charitable Purposes | 2021 |
| Nami | $6,500 | Washington, DC, US | General Charitable Purposes | 2021 |
| Island Food Pantry | $2,000 | Vineyard Haven, MA, US | General Charitable Purpose | 2021 |
| Mindful Philanthropy | $5,000 | Philadelphia, PA, US | Unresticted- General Fund | 2021 |
| Soul Fire Farm | $4,000 | Petersburg, NY, US | General Charitable Purpose | 2020 |
| Clean Ocean Access | $1,500 | Middletown, RI, US | General Charitable Purpose | 2020 |
| Looking Upward | $1,500 | Middletown, RI, US | Genreal Charitable Purpose | 2020 |
| Working Well | $2,000 | Crystal Lake, IL, US | Genreal Charitable Purpose | 2020 |
| Marthas Vineyard Communi | $6,000 | Vineyard Haven, MA, US | Offering Support Services | 2020 |
| First Congregational Church | $2,500 | West Tisbury, MA, US | Operating Expenses Of The | 2020 |
| Eagle Hill School | $750 | Hardwick, MA, US | General Charitable Purpose | 2020 |
| First Literacy Inc | $6,000 | Boston, MA, US | To Support Literacy Efforts | 2020 |
| The Food Project Inc | $5,000 | Lincoln, MA, US | To Support Food | 2020 |
| The Bottom Line Inc | $3,500 | Jamaica Plain, MA, US | Support 1st Gen Low Income | 2020 |
| U Aspire | $3,500 | Boston, MA, US | College Affordability | 2020 |
| Sheriff's Meadow Foundation | $7,000 | Vineyard Haven, MA, US | General Charitable Purpose | 2020 |
| Fountain House | $2,000 | New York, NY, US | Recovery Of Men & Women | 2020 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation Of America | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | Support Reproductive Health | 2020 |
| Clubhouse International | $4,000 | New York, NY, US | General Charitable Purpose | 2020 |
| This Is My Brave Inc | $4,500 | Dulles, VA, US | General Charitable Purpose | 2020 |
| Sail Newport | $500 | Newport, RI, US | Sailing Instructions For | 2020 |
| The Norman Bird Sanctuary Trust | $14,000 | Middletown, RI, US | Nature Conservancy In | 2020 |
| Aquidneck Land Trust | $6,000 | Middletown, RI, US | Land Conservations Efforts | 2020 |
| Pennfield School Inc | $750 | Portsmouth, RI, US | Education Organization For | 2020 |
| Tunefoolery Music Inc | $8,500 | Boston, MA, US | Efforts To Heal Mental | 2020 |
| Artistic Noise | $2,000 | Jamaica Plain, MA, US | General Charitable Purpose | 2020 |
| University Of Chicago | $3,500 | Chicago, IL, US | General Charitable Purpose | 2020 |
| Elizabeth Stone House Inc | $6,000 | Jamaica Plain, MA, US | To Support Resources For | 2020 |
| Nami | $2,000 | Washington, DC, US | To Support Mental Health | 2020 |
| Summer Search | $3,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Mentoring Low Income High | 2020 |
| Friends Academy | $250 | North Dartmouth, MA, US | Education Organization For | 2018 |
| Marthas Vineyard Communi | $3,000 | Vineyard Haven, MA, US | Offering Support Services | 2018 |
| First Congregational Church | $2,000 | West Tisbury, MA, US | Operating Expenses Of The | 2018 |
| Hospice Of Marthas Vineyard | $2,500 | Oak Bluffs, MA, US | End Of Life Srvce And | 2018 |
| Permanent Endowment Fund For | $2,000 | West Tisbury, MA, US | Fund To Support Individuals | 2018 |
| First Literacy Inc | $6,500 | Boston, MA, US | To Support Literacy Efforts | 2018 |
| The Food Project Inc | $3,000 | Lincoln, MA, US | To Support Food | 2018 |
| The Bottom Line Inc | $5,000 | Jamaica Plain, MA, US | Support 1st Gen Low Income | 2018 |
| U Aspire | $4,000 | Boston, MA, US | College Affordability | 2018 |
| Sail To Prevail Inc | $250 | Newport, RI, US | Sailing Org For People With | 2018 |
| The Hotchkiss School | $2,500 | Lakeville, CT, US | To Support Private | 2018 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation Of America | $3,000 | New York, NY, US | Support Reproductive Health | 2018 |
| Sail Newport | $500 | Newport, RI, US | Sailing Instructions For | 2018 |
| The Norman Bird Sanctuary Trust | $12,000 | Middletown, RI, US | Nature Conservancy In | 2018 |
| Aquidneck Land Trust | $6,000 | Middletown, RI, US | Land Conservations Efforts | 2018 |
| Sail Marthas Vineyard Inc | $1,500 | Vineyard Haven, MA, US | Sailing Instruction For | 2018 |
| Pennfield School Inc | $500 | Portsmouth, RI, US | Education Organization For | 2018 |
| Tunefoolery Music Inc | $8,500 | Boston, MA, US | Efforts To Heal Mental | 2018 |
| Elizabeth Stone House Inc | $5,500 | Jamaica Plain, MA, US | To Support Resources For | 2018 |
| Nami | $4,500 | Washington, DC, US | To Support Mental Health | 2018 |
| National High School Ethics Bowl | $3,000 | Chapel Hill, NC, US | To Support Ethics In High | 2018 |
| Summer Search | $3,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Mentoring Low Income High | 2018 |
| Friends Academy | $250 | North Dartmouth, MA, US | Provide Educational | 2017 |
| First Congregational Church | $7,000 | West Tisbury, MA, US | Operating Expenses Of The | 2017 |
| Libana Inc | $2,000 | Cambridge, MA, US | To Support Artistic | 2017 |
| Hospice Of Marthas Vineyard | $5,000 | Oak Bluffs, MA, US | Hospice Services | 2017 |
| First Literacy Inc | $5,500 | Boston, MA, US | To Support Literacy Efforts | 2017 |
| The Food Project Inc | $3,000 | Lincoln, MA, US | To Support Food | 2017 |
| The Bottom Line Inc | $4,000 | Jamaica Plain, MA, US | Support 1st Gen Low Income | 2017 |
| U Aspire | $4,000 | Boston, MA, US | College Affordability | 2017 |
| The Hotchkiss School | $2,000 | Lakeville, CT, US | To Support Private | 2017 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation Of America | $1,000 | New York, NY, US | Reproductive Health | 2017 |
| Sail Newport | $500 | Newport, RI, US | Encouraging & Promoting | 2017 |
| The Norman Bird Sanctuary Trust | $11,250 | Middletown, RI, US | Preserve Wildlife Sanctuary | 2017 |
| Aquidneck Land Trust | $6,000 | Middletown, RI, US | Preserve Open Spaces & | 2017 |
| Sail Marthas Vineyard Inc | $1,500 | Vineyard Haven, MA, US | Advancing Maritime | 2017 |
| Pennfield School Inc | $500 | Portsmouth, RI, US | Create Inclusive Community | 2017 |
| Tunefoolery Music Inc | $8,500 | Boston, MA, US | Efforts To Heal Mental | 2017 |
| Elizabeth Stone House Inc | $5,500 | Jamaica Plain, MA, US | To Support Resources For | 2017 |
| Nami | $4,500 | Washington, DC, US | To Support Mental Health | 2017 |
| National High School Ethics Bowl | $3,000 | Chapel Hill, NC, US | To Support Ethics In High | 2017 |
| Wellesley College | $1,000 | Wellesley, MA, US | Women's Education | 2016 |
| Martha's Vineyard Boys & Girls Club | $250 | Edgartown, MA, US | Education Of Boys And Girls | 2016 |
| Friends Academy | $250 | North Dartmouth, MA, US | Provide Educational | 2016 |
| Marthas Vineyard Communi | $3,000 | Vineyard Haven, MA, US | Education, Health & Human | 2016 |
| First Congregational Church | $1,500 | West Tisbury, MA, US | Operating Expenses Of The | 2016 |
| First Literacy Inc | $4,000 | Boston, MA, US | To Support Adult Basic | 2016 |
| The Food Project Inc | $4,000 | Lincoln, MA, US | Provides Youth Leadership | 2016 |
| The Bottom Line Inc | $4,000 | Jamaica Plain, MA, US | Operating Expenses Of The | 2016 |
| U Aspire | $4,000 | Boston, MA, US | College Affordability | 2016 |
| The Hotchkiss School | $1,500 | Lakeville, CT, US | Education, Citizenship & | 2016 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation Of America | $4,000 | New York, NY, US | Reproductive Health | 2016 |
| Pta Association Of Bard High | $2,000 | New York, NY, US | Combine High School & | 2016 |
| Vineyard Playhouse Inc | $1,000 | Vineyard Haven, MA, US | Educational & Training | 2016 |
| Sail Newport | $500 | Newport, RI, US | Encouraging & Promoting | 2016 |
| The Norman Bird Sanctuary Trust | $5,000 | Middletown, RI, US | Preserve Wildlife Sanctuary | 2016 |
| Aquidneck Land Trust | $7,500 | Middletown, RI, US | Preserve Open Spaces & | 2016 |
| Sail Marthas Vineyard Inc | $1,000 | Vineyard Haven, MA, US | Advancing Maritime | 2016 |
| Pennfield School Inc | $500 | Portsmouth, RI, US | Create Inclusive Community | 2016 |
| Tunefoolery Music Inc | $10,000 | Boston, MA, US | Operating Expenses Of The | 2016 |
| Elizabeth Stone House Inc | $5,500 | Jamaica Plain, MA, US | Domestic Violence Prgrms, | 2016 |
| Nami | $5,500 | Washington, DC, US | Operating Expenses Of The | 2016 |
| The University Of Nc At Chapel Hill Arts | $3,000 | Chapel Hill, NC, US | National High School Ethics | 2016 |
| Summer Search | $500 | San Francisco, CA, US | Mentoring Low Income High | 2016 |
| Sense Of Wonder Creations Inc | $500 | Vineyard Haven, MA, US | Childhood Education & | 2016 |
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Contact Information
Official contact details for Howell Family Charitable Foundation as registered with the IRS. These details are essential for grant applications, correspondence, and due diligence processes.
| EIN | 04-3425079 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | 45 SCHOOL ST 5TH FLOOR Boston, MA 02108-3207 |
Key People (4)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee Howell Family Charitable Foundation's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| Trustee | Priscilla W Howell |
|---|---|
| Trustee | Peter L Howell |
| Trustee | Samuel H Howell |
| Trustee | John A Howell |
Forms 990-PF
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