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Form 990-PFTax year 2025EIN 04-3371516

Avidia Charitable Foundation Inc

A private foundation in Hudson, MA. Its return for tax year 2025 lists 53 grants and $227,750 paid in grants.

Tax year 2025 (period ending Dec 31, 2025), read from the IRS e-file on Nov 11, 2026. Returns reach the IRS 5 to 18 months after the year they describe.

How to apply

Accepts applications

The return gives an application contact and rules, as below.

Contact
Margaret B Melo Sullivan
42 Main Street
Hudson, MA 01749
(978) 567-3569
Form and materials
Forms available at above address.
Deadlines
See Application
Restrictions
See Application

Assets and giving by year

7 returns on file
Grants paid by tax year. The latest year is in blue.
  • Tax year 2025

    $227,750

    Grants listed
    53
    Assets, end of year
    $5,473,110
  • Tax year 2024

    $227,000

    Grants listed
    75
    Assets, end of year
    $5,057,052
  • Tax year 2023

    $189,500

    Grants listed
    50
    Assets, end of year
    $4,479,449
  • Tax year 2022

    $210,750

    Grants listed
    53
    Assets, end of year
    $4,239,996
  • Tax year 2021

    $262,000

    Grants listed
    59
    Assets, end of year
    $4,775,660
  • Tax year 2020

    $221,750

    Grants listed
    62
    Assets, end of year
    $4,273,444
  • Tax year 2019

    $187,300

    Grants listed
    48
    Assets, end of year
    $4,396,176

Grants paid in 2025

53 grants, largest first

As listed on the return.

  1. Community Foundation for MetrowestNatick, MA

    To support foundation provide financial and educational resources to local nonprofit organizations, share essential data about region to inform decision making and part with donors to help guide and align giving with areas of greatest need in communities

    $25,000
  2. Boys & Girls Club of MetrowestMarlborough, MA

    To support after-school and summer programs offered to youth of our communities

    $22,500
  3. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central MA & MetrowestWorcester, MA

    To support efforts in creating one-to-one mentorships of youth facing adversity with caring adult mentors

    $17,500
  4. North Star Family Services IncLeominster, MA

    To support shelter operation costs such as client personal needs, food, supplies, office needs, insurance, staffing, utilities, maintenance, children specific needs, clothing, IT needs and more.

    $10,000
  5. Symphony Pro MusicaHudson, MA

    To help provide affordable orchestral, choral and operatic music.

    $10,000
  6. Daniel's TableFramingham, MA

    To help fund the expansion of the Full Belly Bag program outreach through increased mobile distribution

    $5,000
  7. Gateways Academy IncAuburn, MA

    To support a blended and comprehensive education where children learn the importance of nurturing the whole body, mind and spirit.

    $5,000
  8. Hoops & HomeworkFramingham, MA

    To support after-school programs for youth living in the lowest income sections of Framingham MA

    $5,000
  9. Marlborough Regional Community FoundationMarlborough, MA

    To support providing annual scholarships to local high school students

    $5,000
  10. Minuteman ARCConcord, MA

    To support children and adults with disabilities by increasing lifelong independence, personal choice and self advocacy.

    $5,000
  11. Montachusett Veterans Outreach CenterGardner, MA

    To support completion of 44-1 bedroom units of affordable housing for homeless and high risk veterans in our region.

    $5,000
  12. Open Table IncMaynard, MA

    To support supplemental purchases of food for pantry and prepared meals programs.

    $5,000
  13. Special Olympics of MassachusettsMarlboro, MA

    To continue providing the opportunity for athletes of all ages and abilities continue participating in the sports they have a passion for, ensurig that as long as they want to participate, they can.

    $5,000
  14. SpringwellWaltham, MA

    To support a volunteer-based Money Management Program for low-income older adults and individuals with disabilities

    $5,000
  15. The Addiction Referral CenterHudson, MA

    To support Project B.R.A.V.E. (Building Recovery Accessibility through Validation and Health Equity) which integrates individualized referral services by providing free transportation to rehab and detox facilities and Care Bags with essential needs to begin recovery journey

    $5,000
  16. United Way of Tri-CountyFramingham, MA

    To support programs for health, financial stability and education

    $5,000
  17. Discovery MuseumActon, MA

    To support the Traveling Science Workshop provide interactive science experiences to PreK through eighth grade children in their classrooms.

    $2,750
  18. AdaptX IncLancaster, MA

    To improve educational platform, provide meaningful employment and partnership with professionals with disabilities and provide opportunities for people with disabilities to live more active lives

    $2,500
  19. Apple Tree ArtsGrafton, MA

    To support the Financial Aid Assistance (FAA) for the Music and Theatre Arts Programs

    $2,500
  20. Breakthrough T1DNew York, NY

    To support research for breakthroughs and access to therapy

    $2,500
  21. Cradles to CrayonsNewton, MA

    To provide seasonal clothing, backpacks, school supplies and other essential items to low-income and homeless children

    $2,500
  22. Cultivate Care FarmsBolton, MA

    To help support 20 weekly sessions of therapeutic farm activities for middle and high school students with special education needs.

    $2,500
  23. Dignity MattersWestboro, MA

    To support Pack-A-Thon where feminine hygeine kits are assembled, packed and distributed to 650 homeless or poverty-striken women.

    $2,500
  24. Family Promise MetrowestNatick, MA

    To support families facing eviction or imminent shelter entry.

    $2,500
  25. Girl Scouts of Eastern MAWaltham, MA

    To help build programs supporting girls of courage, confidence and character

    $2,500
  26. Groton Hill MusicGroton, MA

    To support partnership with Clinton Public School District in continuing instrument and ensemble education for the 2024-2025 school year

    $2,500
  27. Habitat for Humanity - North Central MAActon, MA

    To assist families with modifications to improve mobility within and for access to their homes

    $2,500
  28. Jeremiah's InnWorcester, MA

    To support a safe environment in which individuals begin their recovery journey in a community setting

    $2,500
  29. Literacy Volunteers of the Montachusett AreaFitchburg, MA

    To support students' journeys toward improved literacy, employment, citizenship and full participation in communities

    $2,500
  30. Metrowest Free MedicalSudbury, MA

    To help support operations of a free medical facility including general medicine, women's health and vision clinics

    $2,500
  31. Metrowest Nonprofit NetworkFramingham, MA

    To strengthen and diversify the next-generation of non-profit leadership pipeline in Metrowest. Funding will support the program and participation of a student who lacks resources to attend the program without assistance.

    $2,500
  32. NewVue CommunitiesFitchburg, MA

    To help people in our communities maintain housing stability whether as renters or homeowners

    $2,500
  33. OARS IncConcord, MA

    To support OARS watershed education program in Hudson and Marlborough

    $2,500
  34. One Can Help IncWaban, MA

    To support filling the gap in resources to assist at-risk youth, foster children and underserved families involved in juvenile court and child welfare systems

    $2,500
  35. Operation Service IncFitchburg, MA

    Support for the Tunnel to Towers 9/11 Never Forget Mobile Museum and the 15th Annual Trees for Soldiers program

    $2,500
  36. Pastoral Counseling Centers of MAWestborough, MA

    To support greater need for counseling for those challenged financially

    $2,500
  37. Performing Arts Center of MetrowestFramingham, MA

    To offer free music lessons to students from families experiencing financial barriers.

    $2,500
  38. Project Just Because IncHopkinton, MA

    To help struggling families by supplying basic necessities including clothing, food and school supplies.

    $2,500
  39. Provision Ministry IncWestborough, MA

    To provide food and new essential items to organizations serving those in need in Massachusetts

    $2,500
  40. Ready Inspire Act (RIA) IncFramingham, MA

    To support the SheFund helping fill monetary gaps so that women can exit sex trade and lead improvements in the quality of their life, safety, stability and economic empowerment.

    $2,500
  41. Red Sox FoundationBoston, MA

    To provide funding for the Little League initiatives around Massachusetts providing baseball and softball leagues for youth.

    $2,500
  42. Rise Above FoundationHopkinton, MA

    To give youth in foster care the chance to participate in sports, music, prom, camp and more. Provide youth experiences and tools to help overcome unfathomable hardships that come with foster care.

    $2,500
  43. Shrewsbury Youth & Family ServicesShrewsbury, MA

    To support mental health counseling to youth who face multiple barriers to accessing care, as well as to parents & caregivers. To support outpatient clinic and school-based counseling, mental health first aid training and case management.

    $2,500
  44. SMILE MassSudbury, MA

    To support programs empowering individuals with disabilities to live fulfilling lives

    $2,500
  45. The Carroll Center for the BlindNewton, MA

    To help those who are blind and visually impaired to achieve independence and lead a fulfilling life.

    $2,500
  46. The Parmenter Foundation IncWayland, MA

    To support Ugrieve Higher Education Bereavement Program which improves mental health support for grieving college students and creates compassionate college campuses through student and faculty training.

    $2,500
  47. Virginia Thurston Healing GardenHarvard, MA

    Provide a healing community of support where integrative therapies, educational programs, and therapeutic services complement medical care to improve the quality of life and wellbeing for all those affected by cancer.

    $2,500
  48. Waypoint AdventureLexington, MA

    To provide general support to 2026 programming serving people of all ages with all types of disabilities

    $2,500
  49. Frances Ouimet Scholarship FundNorton, MA

    To support need-based college scholarships to young men and women who have worked at golf courses in Massachusetts

    $2,000
  50. The Center for Arts NatickNatick, MA

    To help offer subsidized tickets and scholarships to increase access to the arts; to support diversity and a more inclusive community

    $1,500
  51. Warm Hearts of Stow IncStow, MA

    To provide back to school supplies for children which entail backpack, lunch boxes, school supplies and financial assistance for sneakers and clothing.

    $1,500
  52. Westboro ConnectsWestborough, MA

    To support community programs and monthly newsletter aimed at building social cohesion while reducing social isolation and loneliness

    $1,500
  53. Catholic Charities of Worcester CountyWorcester, MA

    To help strengthen the organization's ability to serve women by sustaining therapeutic services, expanding skill building initiatives and offering sober recreational activities that promote personal growth

    $1,000

Approved for future payment

1 grant

Approved in 2025 and not yet paid.

  1. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central MAMetrowestWorcester, MA

    To support efforts in creating one-to-one mentorships of youth facing adversity with caring adult mentors.

    $7,500

Where the money goes

By cause: grants to organizations we matched to the IRS list of exempt organizations, by their category.

  1. Philanthropy and grantmaking4 grants $35,00027% of the total
  2. Human services6 grants $24,00019% of the total
  3. Health5 grants $12,50010% of the total
  4. Community development3 grants $10,0008% of the total
  5. Youth development3 grants $10,0008% of the total
  6. Arts and culture3 grants $7,7506% of the total
  7. 7 other causes9 grants $30,00023% of the total

By State

Grants to organizations with a US address, latest year.

  1. Massachusetts53 grants $227,750

Officers, directors and trustees

9 people as filed

As filed on the return, with average hours per week and pay from the foundation.

  • Robert CozzonePresident Hours 0.2Pay $0
  • Margaret B Melo SullivanTreasurer Hours 0.2Pay $0
  • Linda MarroneClerk Hours 8Pay $0
  • Jim BallDirector Hours 0.1Pay $0
  • Paul BlazarDirector Hours 0.1Pay $0
  • Michael GirardDirector Hours 0.1Pay $0
  • Joseph GrimaldoDirector Hours 0.1Pay $0
  • Jeff LelandDirector Hours 0.1Pay $0
  • Michael MurphyDirector Hours 0.1Pay $0

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