Foundations that fund organizations in Salem, Connecticut
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Salem nonprofits
6 private foundations gave $70K to Salem organizations in their latest filings; 2 of the 6 that say either way accept applications.
7 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Salem around $5,000. 3 of these funders are based in Connecticut; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 6
- Accept applications
- 2
- of 6 that state a policy
- Dollars to Salem
- $70K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 7
- Typical median grant
- $5,000
- Based in CT
- 50%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Salem organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchings Family Foundation | Orlando, FL | 1 | $50K | $50K | Preselected only | General operating |
| Tinty Foundation Inc C/O Reims & Assoc LLC | Branford, CT | 1 | $8,000 | $8,000 | Yes | Hoof care needed |
| The Mary J Heerdt Charitable Trust | Blue Bell, PA | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Preselected only | Haiti pediatric |
| Burry Fredrik Foundation Inc | North Haven, CT | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Preselected only | Theatrical arts |
| Chelsea Groton Foundation | Groton, CT | 1 | $1,750 | $1,750 | Yes | Programs, outreach and collections |
| The Pfizer Foundation Inc | New York, NY | 2 | $600 | $300 | Preselected only | Volunteer program; Matching gifts |
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 Salem, Connecticut?
Kitchings Family Foundation, Tinty Foundation Inc C/O Reims & Assoc LLC, The Mary J Heerdt Charitable Trust, Burry Fredrik Foundation Inc, Chelsea Groton Foundation and 1 others reported grants to Salem 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 Salem. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.