Adelard A. & Valeda Lea Roy Foundation

The Adelard A. & Valeda Lea Roy Foundation is a U.S. nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting a wide range of community and social initiatives. It operates as a 501(c)(3) organization, making its donations tax-deductible.

History

Established in 1990 in Massachusetts, the foundation has since been involved in providing grants to various organizations across New England.

Mission and Areas of Support

The foundation's mission is to enhance community life through support for arts and culture, education, environmental initiatives, health services, land trusts, museums, and social services. It prioritizes programs that benefit immigrants and refugees, Indigenous communities, youth from low-income backgrounds, and the elderly. Geographically, the foundation focuses on greater Boston within Route 128 and underserved rural and urban areas in Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine.

Grant Priorities

In recent years, the foundation has emphasized the following priority areas:

• Environment: Land conservation, environmental education, and climate change projects.
• Health: Hospice and home healthcare services.
• Education: Schools serving low-income youth, especially independent and religious schools with an environmental or arts focus.
• Arts and Culture: Access and education initiatives for priority populations.
• Social Services: Food security, housing, and basic human needs support for the elderly, immigrants, and refugees.

Grant Distribution

Grants typically range from $2,500 to $10,000, with an average around $5,000 in recent years. Applications are accepted annually with a submission deadline.

Financial Overview

The foundation derives its revenue primarily from investment dividends and interest. It has no liabilities and sizable assets, which it uses to disburse significant charitable contributions each year. Officer compensations are included within its total expenses.

Recent Activities

The foundation has been involved in supporting organizations like Open Table, which addresses food insecurity through home delivery programs, illustrating its commitment to social welfare initiatives in New England.