Mission
The Heather Abbott Foundation is dedicated to helping individuals who have experienced limb loss due to traumatic events. Founded by Heather Abbott as a way to pay forward the kindness she received after her own amputation, the foundation aims to ensure that those who have lost limbs can resume fulfilling lives through the provision of customized prostheses.
Basic Information
Founded in
2014
EIN
47-2475200
Total Assets
$817.2 thousand
UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported
This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.
At a Glance

Meet Braylon
Braylon is a big brother, student, and competitor.

Meet Muji
Muji is an athlete, dad, and mentor.

Meet Posie
Posie is a grandmother, EMT, and sports lover.
Impact Stats
Number of New Beneficiaries
New Beneficiaries Welcomed
Introduced five new beneficiaries who received prostheses.
Annual Marathon Participation
Boston Marathon Participation
Announced applications for Team Limb-it-less for the Boston Marathon.
Past Events
Boston Marathon Participation
April 15, 2024
Team Limb-it-less participated in the annual Boston Marathon, helping to raise awareness and funds for the foundation's mission.
Upcoming Events

Applications Now Open for Team Limb-it-less 2025 Boston Marathon
October 16, 2024
Be part of the 11th year running this iconic event!
Learn MoreOur Programs
Grant for Custom Prostheses
The Heather Abbott Foundation provides grants for amputees who need custom or specialized prostheses.
Learn MoreVolunteer Opportunities
Fundraising Volunteer
Assist in organizing fundraising events for the foundation.
MIP Score (Beta)
The MIP Score is in beta! We'd love any feedback you may have.
The MIP Score and it's methodology is purely used as a way to visualize how a nonprofits public financial data compares against others. It doesn't reflect the unique circumstances and impact that a nonprofit has.The MIP Score should never be used to say one charity is better than another.
Overall Score
53
38
/100
Program Expense Ratio
82.25%
14
/20
Program Revenue Growth
0.00%
2
/20
Leverage Ratio
0
2
/20
Working Capital Ratio
3.304
16
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
67.04
4
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2022
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
Category | Amount | Percentage |
---|---|---|
Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 329.4K | 109.49% |
Program Services | 0 | 0.00% |
Investment Income | 11.21K | 3.73% |
Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 870 | 0.29% |
Other Notable Sources | 0 | 0.00% |
Total Revenue | 300.9K | 100.00% |
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