Private foundation · EIN 27-0785866 · N Franklin, Connecticut · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Edward and Mary Lord Foundation

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2024 Form 990-PF: 30 grants paid, $933K total, median $20K. 97% of grants stayed in Connecticut.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2024
30
$933K
Median grant
$20K
Stays in CT
97%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$18M

Grants paid in 2024

30 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
Community Foundation of Eastern CtNew London, CTTo lord foundation donor advised fund$136K
Ocean Community YMCAWesterly, RIAssistance for new building at mystic ymca$100K
Safe Futures IncNew London, CTSupport of domestic violence programs & capital campaign to construct new facility$80K
Madonna Place IncNorwich, CTSupport for three programs$75K
The Arc Eastern Connecticut IncNorwich, CTSupport for purchase of landscaping truck$61K
Avalonia Land Conservancy IncOld Mystic, CTSupport for purchase of land for conservation$54K
St Edmund's Retreat IncMystic, CTSupport of the recovery program$45K
New England Science & Sailing FoundationStonington, CTSupport of stem education programs for norwich elementary students$42K
High Hopes Therapeutic RidingOld Lyme, CTPrograms for therapeutic riding 24-25 & 25-26$30K
Operation Fuel IncHartford, CTSupport for low income norwich families$30K
The Riverfront Children's CenterGroton, CTTuition assistance$30K
Three Rivers College FoundationNorwich, CTScholarships$30K
Stanton-Davis Homestead Museum IncPawcatuck, CTSupport for restoration project at the homestead$25K
Society of the Founders of NorwichNorwich, CTSupport for electrical & security upgrades at leffingwell museum$20K
Mitchell CollegeNew London, CTScholarships for norwich students$20K
Rose City Senior CenterNorwich, CTSupport of gold wishes program$20K
Always HomeMystic, CTSupport for roof replacement at supportive housing$16K
Eastern Ct Symphony OrchestraNew London, CTSponsor community concert$15K
New London Community Meal Center IncNew London, CTAssistance for purchase of van$15K
Thames Valley Council for Community Action IncJewett City, CTAssistance in rehab of transitional housing units$15K
The Blue DoorNiantic, CTRefurbish dme for free donation to community$15K
Franklin Historical Society IncNorth Franklin, CTSupport for signage at ashbel woodward museum$13K
William W Backus HospitalNorwich, CTSupport for medical mission at home program$10K
A Capela Do Santo Antonio IncNew London, CTSupport for scholarships for nfa students$8,250
Uncas Health DistrictNorwich, CTSupport for purchase of co detectors for homeless and vaccines for community flu clinics$8,150
Norwich Rotary Foundation IncBozrah, CTCoats for kids program$5,000
Pregnancy Support Center IncNew London, CTSupport for purchase of pack-n-play units, safe sleep program$4,200
Eugene Oneill Memorial Theater Center IncWaterford, CTSupport young playwrights program$4,000
The Housing Authority of the Town of NorwichNorwich, CTSupport of resident services coordinator$3,500
Mystic Art AssociationMystic, CTSupport for "gifts of ocean" exhibit$3,000

By state: Connecticut 29 · Rhode Island 1

About this foundation

Edward and Mary Lord Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in N Franklin, Connecticut, administered in care of Kathryn F Lord, tax-exempt since 2010. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

Foundation websiteAll filings on ProPublica

Does Edward and Mary Lord Foundation accept grant applications?

No. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does Edward and Mary Lord Foundation give each year?

In tax year 2024 it paid $933K across 30 grants, a median of $20K.

Where does Edward and Mary Lord Foundation give?

Connecticut (29 grants), Rhode Island (1 grants), per its latest filing.

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