Updated Oct 31, 2026
Private foundations based in Brattleboro, Vermont
6 grantmaking foundations headquartered in Brattleboro, Vermont, holding $49M in assets. Ranked by grants paid in their latest 990-PF; 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shapiro Fam Foundationsince 1999 | $1.2M51 grants · 2024 | $11K | Preselected only | $12M |
| Frank & Zada Chase Charitable Trsince 2003 | $738K3 grants · 2025 | $185K | Preselected only | $9.4M |
| Robert and Helen Holland Charitable Annuity Trsince 2011 | $275K1 grants · 2025 | $275K | Preselected only | $2.8M |
| Sorg-Vogt Charitable Foundation Trsince 2015 | $110K63 grants · 2025 | $500 | Yes | $1.7M |
| Stephen B Collins Trustsince 1983 | $86K1 grants · 2025 | $86K | Preselected only | $1.3M |
| Wolf Kahn Foundation Incsince 2000 | — | — | Not stated | $21M |
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 Vermont
All 2| Deadline | Grant | Funder | Award ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rollingno deadline | Vermont Arts Council — Organizational GrantsStateVermont Arts Council | Vermont Arts Council | Not listed |
| Rollingno deadline | Vermont Humanities — Humanities GrantsStateVermont Humanities | Vermont Humanities | Not listed |
Common questions
How many private foundations are based in Brattleboro, Vermont?
Our directory lists 6 private grantmaking foundations in Brattleboro, Vermont with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $49M. 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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