Updated Oct 31, 2026
Private foundations based in Old Saybrook, Connecticut
3 grantmaking foundations headquartered in Old Saybrook, Connecticut, holding $4.7M in assets. Ranked by grants paid in their latest 990-PF; 0 on this page say they accept applications. For foundations ranked by where their grants went, see local funders.
| Foundation | Grants paid | Median grant | Accepts applications | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Susan Elaine Foundation Incsince 2021 | $105K3 grants · 2025 | $25K | Preselected only | $1.1M |
| Newstead Foundationsince 1964 | $83K8 grants · 2025 | $7,500 | Preselected only | $1.4M |
| Emily Harvey Foundationsince 2004 | — | — | Not stated | $2.2M |
Sources: IRS Business Master File (assets), ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer and IRS 990-PF e-file (grants paid, application policy). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own Part XV checkbox.
Open grant programs in Connecticut
All 2| Deadline | Grant | Funder | Award ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rollingno deadline | Connecticut Office of the Arts — Organizational GrantsStateConnecticut Office of the Arts | Connecticut Office of the Arts | Not listed |
| Rollingno deadline | Connecticut Humanities — Humanities GrantsStateConnecticut Humanities | Connecticut Humanities | Not listed |
Common questions
How many private foundations are based in Old Saybrook, Connecticut?
Our directory lists 3 private grantmaking foundations in Old Saybrook, Connecticut with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $4.7M. The data comes from the IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File and Form 990-PF.
How do I get a grant from a private foundation?
Start with foundations that already fund organizations like yours nearby. Read the grantee list on each profile, check whether the foundation accepts applications (it says so on its 990-PF), and lead with a short letter of inquiry. Many family foundations fund only organizations they already know; an introduction through a shared grantee or board member works better than a cold proposal.
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