Foundations that fund organizations in Bethel, Vermont
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Bethel nonprofits
11 private foundations gave $862K to Bethel organizations in their latest filings; 6 of the 11 that say either way accept applications.
12 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Bethel around $20K. 4 of these funders are based in Vermont; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 11
- Accept applications
- 6
- of 11 that state a policy
- Dollars to Bethel
- $862K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 12
- Typical median grant
- $20K
- Based in VT
- 36%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Bethel organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Margaret a Cargill Foundation | Eden Prairie, MN | 1 | $500K | $500K | Preselected only | Engaging communities to improve maternal & child health ser… |
| Luis von Ahn Foundation | Pittsburgh, PA | 1 | $180K | $180K | Preselected only | General operating funds |
| Foundation for a Better World Inc | Marietta, GA | 1 | $50K | $50K | Preselected only | Program expenses |
| Aja Foundation | Las Vegas, NV | 1 | $50K | $50K | Yes | The aja grant will support cervical cancer screening, medic… |
| Stickney & Branlier for Chari | Dallas, TX | 2 | $44K | $22K | Preselected only | Unrestricted general |
| George W Mergens Foundation | Milton, VT | 1 | $20K | $20K | Yes | Complex pediatric program |
| Dorsay | Ocala, FL | 1 | $10K | $10K | Preselected only | General fund |
| Agnes M Lindsay Trust | Chelmsford, MA | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Yes | Food pantry/food bank |
| Vermont Academy of Science and Engineering Inc | Burlington, VT | 1 | $1,500 | $1,500 | Yes | Small equipment grant SEG |
| Ben & Jerry's Foundation Inc | South Burlington, VT | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Yes | General support |
| Lamson Howell Foundation Inc | Randolph, VT | 1 | $200 | $200 | Yes | Kids & Coffee Program |
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 Bethel, Vermont?
Margaret a Cargill Foundation, Luis von Ahn Foundation, Foundation for a Better World Inc, Aja Foundation, Stickney & Branlier for Chari and 6 others reported grants to Bethel 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 Bethel. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.