Foundations that fund organizations in Vernon, New Jersey
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Vernon nonprofits
9 private foundations gave $34K to Vernon organizations in their latest filings; 2 of the 9 that say either way accept applications.
11 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Vernon around $1,500. 5 of these funders are based in New Jersey; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 9
- Accept applications
- 2
- of 9 that state a policy
- Dollars to Vernon
- $34K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 11
- Typical median grant
- $1,500
- Based in NJ
- 56%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Vernon organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Giants Foundation Inc C/O John K Mara | East Rutherford, NJ | 1 | $10K | $10K | Preselected only | To support the ongoing mission which assists children to le… |
| The Hyde and Watson Foundation | Warren Township, NJ | 1 | $10K | $10K | Yes | Purchase of equipment. |
| Grey Rocks Foundation Inc | Boston, MA | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Preselected only | Unrestricted donation |
| Sumner Gerard Foundation | New York, NY | 3 | $3,750 | $1,250 | Preselected only | Unrestricted |
| Kenneth and Alice Martin Family Foundation Inc | Newton, NJ | 1 | $2,500 | $2,500 | Preselected only | Religious Education |
| The Ford Foundation | New York, NY | 1 | $1,500 | $1,500 | Yes | Matching gift |
| Alexander M Lillian T | Woodcliff Lake, NJ | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Preselected only | Donation |
| The Janus Henderson Foundation | Denver, CO | 1 | $500 | $500 | Preselected only | Matching Gifts |
| Verizon Foundation | Basking Ridge, NJ | 1 | $75 | $75 | Preselected only | Other civic / community |
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 Vernon, New Jersey?
The Giants Foundation Inc C/O John K Mara, The Hyde and Watson Foundation, Grey Rocks Foundation Inc, Sumner Gerard Foundation, Kenneth and Alice Martin Family Foundation Inc and 4 others reported grants to Vernon 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 Vernon. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.