Foundations that fund organizations in Ledyard, Connecticut
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Ledyard nonprofits
5 private foundations gave $14K to Ledyard organizations in their latest filings; 3 of the 5 that say either way accept applications.
13 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Ledyard around $1,000. 2 of these funders are based in Connecticut; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 5
- Accept applications
- 3
- of 5 that state a policy
- Dollars to Ledyard
- $14K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 13
- Typical median grant
- $1,000
- Based in CT
- 40%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Ledyard organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lavoie Foundation | Barnstead, NH | 3 | $8,666 | $3,666 | Yes | Animal welfare; Provide food for ind. in need; Animal welfare (k9) |
| The Pfizer Foundation Inc | New York, NY | 5 | $2,360 | $450 | Preselected only | Matching gifts; Volunteer program |
| Centreville Savings Bank Charitable Foundation | West Warwick, RI | 1 | $2,000 | $2,000 | Yes | Exempt purpose |
| Grampy's Charities James Jonatha William Castle Ttees | New London, CT | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Preselected only | Unrestricted donation |
| Chelsea Groton Foundation | Groton, CT | 3 | $400 | $100 | Yes | Acts of kindness |
Source: IRS Form 990-PF Part XV, latest electronic return per foundation (2026-10-28). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own checkbox on Part XV line 2. Grants to individuals excluded.
Common questions
Which foundations give to nonprofits in Ledyard, Connecticut?
Lavoie Foundation, The Pfizer Foundation Inc, Centreville Savings Bank Charitable Foundation, Grampy's Charities James Jonatha William Castle Ttees, Chelsea Groton Foundation reported grants to Ledyard organizations on their latest Form 990-PF.
How do I approach a foundation that doesn't accept applications?
A foundation that checks "contributes only to preselected organizations" on its 990-PF won't review a cold proposal. Look at who it funds, find a shared board member, grantee or advisor, and ask for an introduction. Foundations that accept applications usually list a contact and deadlines in Part XV; we show that text on each foundation's page.
Is this list complete?
No. It covers private foundations (Form 990-PF filers) whose latest electronic return lists at least one grant to an organization in Ledyard. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.