Updated Nov 1, 2026
Private foundations based in Fairfield, New Jersey
7 grantmaking foundations headquartered in Fairfield, New Jersey, holding $83M in assets. Ranked by grants paid in their latest 990-PF; 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| International Foundation Incsince 1955 | $1.1M1 grants · 2024 | $1.1M | Preselected only | $30M |
| Aufzien Foundation Incsince 1993 | $1.0M42 grants · 2024 | $1,000 | Yes | $5.2M |
| Kearnybank Foundation Incsince 2016 | $611K95 grants · 2024 | $2,500 | Yes | $9.5M |
| Lbrb Fund Incsince 2019 | $513K5 grants · 2025 | $2,000 | Preselected only | $14M |
| Isrb Fund Incsince 2019 | $491K12 grants · 2025 | $11K | Preselected only | $14M |
| H & H Charitable Foundationsince 1986 | $341K42 grants · 2024 | $1,580 | Preselected only | $5.0M |
| Father John Foundationsince 1998 | $234K14 grants · 2025 | $11K | Preselected only | $5.3M |
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 New Jersey
All 2| Deadline | Grant | Funder | Award ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rollingno deadline | New Jersey State Council on the Arts — Organizational GrantsStateNew Jersey State Council on the Arts | New Jersey State Council on the Arts | Not listed |
| Rollingno deadline | New Jersey Council for the Humanities — Humanities GrantsStateNew Jersey Council for the Humanities | New Jersey Council for the Humanities | Not listed |
Common questions
How many private foundations are based in Fairfield, New Jersey?
Our directory lists 7 private grantmaking foundations in Fairfield, New Jersey with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $83M. 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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