Private Foundation · MA · Private Grantmaking Foundations
The Ceres Foundation Inc 43 J 74 D54
Groton, MA · EIN 912170962 · Website ↗ · 990s on ProPublica ↗
Assets
$169.6M
Total Giving
$14.4M
Grants on File
147
Average Grant
$98K
Giving Radius
Where The Ceres Foundation Inc 43 J 74 D54 Has Given
Section I
How to Apply
Online application which can be found at https://www.ceresgiving.org/page/apply.
On Unsolicited Proposals yes
Restrictions
We invest in strong leaders and support organizations that range from small grassroots efforts to more established programs. Our grantees are all united in their passion to create long-term positive change for individuals and families. Ceres funds a mix of innovative and proven models, but all organizations must be able to demonstrate or have a plan to demonstrate measurable outcomes. We fund nonprofit organizations in LA
- Orange County, CA, Washington, DC, and Western, MA focused on advancing education and employment outcomes for disadvantaged youth through college access & success, career pathways, and family strengthening programs. Grantees must be 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organizations that are also described in IRS Section 509(a)(1), 509(a)(2) or (in certain cases) 509(a)(3).
Section IV
Recent Grants
| Recipient | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Washington, DC | $50K | 2020 |
| Costa Mesa, CA | $50K | 2020 |
| Raleigh, NC | $100K | 2020 |
| Baltimore, MD | $50K | 2020 |
| Hollywood, CA | $40K | 2020 |
| New York, NY | $3K | 2020 |
| Holyoke, MA | $100K | 2020 |
| Washington, DC | $100K | 2020 |
| East Orange, NJ | $80K | 2020 |
| Seattle, WA | $70K | 2020 |
| Laguna Beach, CA | $45K | 2020 |
| Santa Ana, CA | $40K | 2020 |
| Boston, MA | $10K | 2020 |
| East Palo Alto, CA | $40K | 2020 |
| Washington, DC | $100K | 2020 |
| Rialto, CA | $100K | 2020 |
| Rockville, MD | $100K | 2020 |
| Rockville, MD | $100K | 2020 |
| Seattle, WA | $85K | 2020 |
| Washington, DC | $80K | 2020 |
| Washington, DC | $75K | 2020 |
| Washington, DC | $70K | 2020 |
| Boston, MA | $200K | 2020 |
| Washington, DC | $100K | 2021 |
| Raleigh, NC | $100K | 2021 |
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Section V
Board of Directors
- DANIEL C MILDER PRESIDENT
- DONALD B MILDER TREASURER
- TERRI L MILDER SECRETARY
- EMILY B MILDER DIRECTOR
- RYAN F BRADLEY DIRECTOR
- ZACHARY D MILDER DIRECTOR
- DANIEL C MILDER PRESIDENT
- DONALD B MILDER TREASURER
- TERRI L MILDER SECRETARY
- EMILY B MILDER DIRECTOR
- RYAN F BRADLEY DIRECTOR
- ZACHARY D MILDER DIRECTOR
- DANIEL C MILDER PRESIDENT
- DONALD B MILDER TREASURER
- TERRI L MILDER SECRETARY
- EMILY B MILDER DIRECTOR
- RYAN F BRADLEY DIRECTOR
- ZACHARY D MILDER DIRECTOR
- DANIEL C MILDER PRESIDENT
- DONALD B MILDER CFO
- TERRI L MILDER SECRETARY
Section VI
Filing History
Year-by-year financial summary from IRS 990-PF filings. Total assets and qualifying distributions show the foundation's growth and giving trajectory.
| Year | Total Assets | Qualifying Distributions | Total Revenue | Total Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $173.6M | $8.2M | $6.7M | $7.9M |
| 2022 | $175.2M | $6.2M | $68.1M | $7.2M |
| 2021 | $114.5M | $2.9M | $84.2M | $2.6M |
| 2020 | $19.8M | $1.3M | $13.1M | $2.0M |
| 2019 | $21.8M | $1.2M | $1.4M | $2.0M |
| 2015 | $22.0M | $1.2M | $873K | $2.2M |
| 2014 | $23.4M | $1.3M | $1.7M | $1.8M |
| 2013 | $23.4M | $1.3M | $2.2M | $2.4M |
| 2012 | $23.5M | $1.2M | $1.6M | $1.2M |
| 2011 | $23.2M | $98K | $637K | $1.5M |
Section VII
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