Foundations that fund organizations in Strafford, Vermont
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Strafford nonprofits
5 private foundations gave $17K to Strafford organizations in their latest filings; 3 of the 5 that say either way accept applications.
6 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Strafford around $3,000. 2 of these funders are based in Vermont; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 5
- Accept applications
- 3
- of 5 that state a policy
- Dollars to Strafford
- $17K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 6
- Typical median grant
- $3,000
- Based in VT
- 40%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Strafford organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Woodbury Foundation | Northbrook, IL | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Preselected only | Operations |
| Living Springs Foundation | Minneapolis, MN | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Yes | General support |
| The Windham Foundation Inc | Grafton, VT | 1 | $3,000 | $3,000 | Yes | General operating support |
| Schon Family Foundation C/O Elliott J Fils Cpa | Sherman Oaks, CA | 2 | $2,702 | $1,351 | Preselected only | See attached schedule; See attached |
| Ben & Jerry's Foundation Inc | South Burlington, VT | 1 | $1,500 | $1,500 | Yes | General support |
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 Strafford, Vermont?
The Woodbury Foundation, Living Springs Foundation, The Windham Foundation Inc, Schon Family Foundation C/O Elliott J Fils Cpa, Ben & Jerry's Foundation Inc reported grants to Strafford 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 Strafford. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.