Trefler Foundation
Newton, Massachusetts · EIN 043369962 · Private foundation
Trefler Foundation is a private foundation based in Newton, Massachusetts. Its indexed IRS summary (FY2025) lists $1.6M in giving and $18.7M in assets. Bespoke Grants tracks 49 individual grants from this funder — $2.2M awarded across 2017–2023 — including its support for arts & culture. This public overview includes selected grant examples.
What Trefler Foundation funds
Trefler Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, faith-based (christian), health care, youth development.
Populations it has supported include men boys, women girls, youth pop.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year Up Co Mei Li Ahou UNRESTRICTED CHARITABLE GIFT | Boston, MA | $391K | 2017 |
| Massachusetts General Hospital UNRESTRICTED CHARITABLE GIFT | Boston, MA | $350K | 2020 |
| Massachusetts General Hospital UNRESTRICTED CHARITABLE GIFT | Boston, MA | $200K | 2023 |
How to apply for funding from Trefler Foundation
Trefler Foundation'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 treflerfoundation.org.
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Frequently asked questions about Trefler Foundation
- Does Trefler Foundation accept grant applications?
- Trefler Foundation'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 Trefler Foundation fund?
- Trefler Foundation's grants focus on arts & culture. Example recipients include Year Up Co Mei Li Ahou, Massachusetts General Hospital. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does Trefler Foundation give in grants?
- Trefler Foundation's indexed IRS summary for FY2025 lists $1.6M in giving. Across all years in our data it has awarded $2.2M over 49 grants.
- Where is Trefler Foundation located?
- Trefler Foundation is based in Newton, Massachusetts. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 043369962.
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