Foundations that fund organizations in Old Mystic, Connecticut
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Old Mystic nonprofits
13 private foundations gave $168K to Old Mystic organizations in their latest filings; 5 of the 13 that say either way accept applications.
16 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Old Mystic around $1,620. 5 of these funders are based in Connecticut; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 13
- Accept applications
- 5
- of 13 that state a policy
- Dollars to Old Mystic
- $168K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 16
- Typical median grant
- $1,620
- Based in CT
- 38%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Old Mystic organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Formanek Foundation | Memphis, TN | 1 | $63K | $63K | Yes | To support gender equality in educational and employment op… |
| The Edward and Mary Lord Foundation | North Franklin, CT | 1 | $54K | $54K | Preselected only | Support for purchase of land for conservation |
| Kitchings Family Foundation | Orlando, FL | 1 | $20K | $20K | Preselected only | General operating |
| Southeastern New England Educational and Charitable Agency | Johnston, RI | 1 | $11K | $11K | Preselected only | Grant- internship program |
| Nancy Spofford Yerkes Foundation Inc | Noank, CT | 1 | $7,000 | $7,000 | Preselected only | Land conservation programs |
| The Burkehaven Family Foundation | West Roxbury, MA | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Preselected only | General charitable support |
| The Pfizer Foundation Inc | New York, NY | 4 | $3,345 | $772 | Preselected only | Volunteer program; Matching gifts |
| Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation | Richmond, VA | 1 | $1,620 | $1,620 | Yes | Glemboski nature preserve - materials for construction of s… |
| The David Butler and Ruby Smale Charitable Foundation Inc | Cromwell, CT | 1 | $1,500 | $1,500 | Yes | Support for local historical archives and preservation of c… |
| Washington Trust Co Charitable Fdn | Westerly, RI | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Yes | Unrestricted gift |
| Leiser Family Foundation | New London, CT | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Preselected only | Charitable |
| Chelsea Groton Foundation | Groton, CT | 1 | $100 | $100 | Yes | Acts of kindness |
| McCullough Foundation | New York, NY | 1 | $100 | $100 | Preselected only | For operations |
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 Old Mystic, Connecticut?
Formanek Foundation, The Edward and Mary Lord Foundation, Kitchings Family Foundation, Southeastern New England Educational and Charitable Agency, Nancy Spofford Yerkes Foundation Inc and 8 others reported grants to Old Mystic 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 Old Mystic. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.