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William E Schrafft and Bertha E Schrafft Charitable Trust

Boston, Massachusetts  ·  EIN 046065605  ·  Private foundation

William E Schrafft and Bertha E Schrafft Charitable Trust is a Massachusetts-based grantmaker. In its latest 990-PF filing it reported $1.9M in annual giving against $44.9M in assets. This page documents the 598 grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for William E Schrafft and Bertha E Schrafft Charitable Trust — who they fund, what they prioritize, and what to know before reaching out.

$1.9M
Annual giving (FY2020)
$44.9M
Total assets
598
Grants tracked
2024
Most recent grant

What William E Schrafft and Bertha E Schrafft Charitable Trust funds

William E Schrafft and Bertha E Schrafft Charitable Trust's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, arts education, civil rights & social justice, early childhood education, education, and related causes.

Arts & CultureArts EducationCivil Rights & Social JusticeEarly Childhood EducationEducationEnvironment & ConservationFood & AgricultureHigher EducationHousing & HomelessnessK-12 Education

Populations it has supported include homeless population, low-income communities, women girls, young adults, youth pop.

homeless populationlow-income communitieswomen girlsyoung adultsyouth pop

Grant history

The largest grants Bespoke Grants has on record for William E Schrafft and Bertha E Schrafft Charitable Trust, by amount:

RecipientLocationGrantYear
Breakthrough Greater Boston
Operating 3 Year Gift
Cambridge, MA$100K2024
Breakthrough Greater Boston
BTGBs 3-Year Operating Campaign
Cambridge, MA$100K2022
Breakthrough Greater Boston
Operating
Cambridge, MA$100K2023
Philanthropy Massachusetts
The Summer Program
Boston, MA$90K2024
Philanthropy Massachusetts
Summer Fund
Boston, MA$85K2023
Social Innovations
Advancing Education in New Bedford
Boston, MA$80K2018
Associated Grant Makers
Summer Fund
Boston, MA$80K2018
Philanthropy Massachusetts
Summer Fund
Boston, MA$80K2022
Associated Grant Makers
Summer Fund
Boston, MA$80K2017
Social Innovation Forum
Advancing Education in New Bedford
Boston, MA$80K2017
Philanthropy Massachusetts Inc
The Summer Fund
Boston, MA$80K2020
Social Innovation Forum
Capacity Camp
Boston, MA$75K2020
Edvestors
2nd Payment 3-Year Gift
Boston, MA$75K2024
Edvestors
Powering Equity Work
Boston, MA$75K2023
Philanthropy Massachusetts
17/25 Fund for Young Adults
Boston, MA$50K2023

William E Schrafft and Bertha E Schrafft Charitable Trust giving by year

Total grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for each filing year:

2017$1.7M
2018$1.8M
2020$1.9M
2022$2.0M
2023$2.0M
2024$2.2M

How to apply for funding from William E Schrafft and Bertha E Schrafft Charitable Trust

William E Schrafft and Bertha E Schrafft Charitable Trust's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. Foundations of this size often give primarily to organizations they already know, so a concise letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first contact — not a full proposal. You can review the foundation directly at schrafftcharitable.org.

Is William E Schrafft and Bertha E Schrafft Charitable Trust the right funder for your nonprofit?

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Frequently asked questions about William E Schrafft and Bertha E Schrafft Charitable Trust

Does William E Schrafft and Bertha E Schrafft Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
William E Schrafft and Bertha E Schrafft Charitable Trust's public filing does not specify an application process. A brief letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first step with a private foundation of this size.
What does William E Schrafft and Bertha E Schrafft Charitable Trust fund?
William E Schrafft and Bertha E Schrafft Charitable Trust's grants focus on arts & culture. Recent recipients include Breakthrough Greater Boston, Breakthrough Greater Boston, Breakthrough Greater Boston. Its full grant history is listed above.
How much does William E Schrafft and Bertha E Schrafft Charitable Trust give in grants?
William E Schrafft and Bertha E Schrafft Charitable Trust reported $1.9M in grants in its most recent IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $11.5M over 598 grants.
Where is William E Schrafft and Bertha E Schrafft Charitable Trust located?
William E Schrafft and Bertha E Schrafft Charitable Trust is based in Boston, Massachusetts. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 046065605.
How can I find foundations similar to William E Schrafft and Bertha E Schrafft Charitable Trust?
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About this profile. This page is built from William E Schrafft and Bertha E Schrafft Charitable Trust's public IRS Form 990-PF and 990 filings, indexed by Bespoke Grants alongside 13M+ grants from 225,000+ U.S. foundations. Grant figures reflect filings available to date; IRS data publishes on a 1–2 year lag. Bespoke Grants is not affiliated with William E Schrafft and Bertha E Schrafft Charitable Trust. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.