Foundations that fund organizations in Central Square, New York
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Central Square nonprofits
3 private foundations gave $3,350 to Central Square organizations in their latest filings; 2 of the 3 that say either way accept applications.
5 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Central Square around $750. 1 of these funders are based in New York; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 3
- Accept applications
- 2
- of 3 that state a policy
- Dollars to Central Square
- $3,350
- latest filings
- Grants
- 5
- Typical median grant
- $750
- Based in NY
- 33%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Central Square organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richard S Shineman Foundation | Oswego, NY | 2 | $2,100 | $1,050 | Yes | General operating; Community outreach survey |
| Verizon Foundation | Basking Ridge, NJ | 1 | $750 | $750 | Preselected only | Other civic / community |
| Tractor Supply Company Foundation | Brentwood, TN | 2 | $500 | $250 | Yes | Hometown heroes donation |
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 Central Square, New York?
Richard S Shineman Foundation, Verizon Foundation, Tractor Supply Company Foundation reported grants to Central Square 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 Central Square. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.