Boston Public Library Fund Inc
Boston, Massachusetts · EIN 043150560 · Private foundation
Boston Public Library Fund Inc is a private foundation based in Boston, Massachusetts. Its indexed IRS Form 990-PF summary (FY2020) reports $1.2M in grants paid and $6.8M in total assets. Bespoke Grants tracks 6 individual grants from this funder — $15.9M awarded across 2017–2025 — including its support for education. This public overview includes selected grant examples.
What Boston Public Library Fund Inc funds
Boston Public Library Fund Inc's giving carries a documented focus on education.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Public Library FUNDS WERE PROVIDED TO THE BPL FOR VARIOUS PROGRAM GRANTS TO SUPPORT BPL'S MISSION. | Boston, MA | $5.0M | 2017 |
| Boston Public Library SUPPORT BPL PROGRAMS | Boston, MA | $3.6M | 2025 |
| Boston Public Library SUPPORT BPL PROGRAMS | Boston, MA | $3.2M | 2024 |
How to apply for funding from Boston Public Library Fund Inc
Boston Public Library Fund Inc's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request. You can review the foundation directly at bplfund.org.
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Frequently asked questions about Boston Public Library Fund Inc
- Does Boston Public Library Fund Inc accept grant applications?
- Boston Public Library Fund Inc's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does Boston Public Library Fund Inc fund?
- Boston Public Library Fund Inc's grants focus on education. Example recipients include Boston Public Library. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does Boston Public Library Fund Inc give in grants?
- Boston Public Library Fund Inc reported $1.2M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $15.9M over 6 grants.
- Where is Boston Public Library Fund Inc located?
- Boston Public Library Fund Inc is based in Boston, Massachusetts. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 043150560.
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