Charles & Mabel P Jost Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyMilford, Connecticut · EIN 23-7070398 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$166K
Organizations funded31
Typical grant$4,000
Total assets$5.8M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $4,000 and $5,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
32% of grants went outside Connecticut.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield University | Fairfield, CT | School of nursing supporting health science scholars program | $20,000 |
| University of Vermont | Burlington, VT | Operating facilities | $20,000 |
| Sacred Heart University | Fairfield, CT | Operating facilities | $10,000 |
| University of the Cumberlands | Williamsburg, KY | Operating facilities | $10,000 |
| Franklin Pierce University | Rindge, NH | Operating facilities | $6,000 |
| Lahey Hospital & Medical Center | Burlington, MA | Operating facilities | $6,000 |
| Adelbrook the Children's Home | Cromwell, CT | Operating facilities | $5,000 |
| Ahlbin Centers for Rehabilitation Medicine | Bridgeport, CT | Operating facilities | $5,000 |
| American Red Cross Ct & Ri Region | Farmington, CT | Local disaster relief | $5,000 |
| Connecticut Burns Care Foundation | Milford, CT | Operating facilities | $5,000 |
| Fairfield Preparatory School | Fairfield, CT | Operating facilities | $5,000 |
| Shriners Hospital for Children - Springfield | Springfield, MA | Operating facilities | $5,000 |
| St Judes Childrens Research Hospital | Memphis, TN | Operating facilities | $5,000 |
| The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp | New Haven, CT | Camp fund | $5,000 |
| Boys & Girls Village Inc | Milford, CT | Operating facilities | $4,000 |
| Bridgeport YMCA | New Haven, CT | Operating facilities | $4,000 |
| Cardinal Shehan Center | Bridgeport, CT | Projects | $4,000 |
| Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation Inc | Wilton, CT | Operating facilities | $4,000 |
| Hospital for Special Surgery | New York, NY | Knee service fund | $4,000 |
| Hospital for Special Surgery | New York, NY | Children's orthopedic fund | $4,000 |
| Hospital for Special Surgery | New York, NY | Children & adolescent hand & arm center | $4,000 |
| Lakewood-Trumbull YMCA | Trumbull, CT | Operating facilities | $4,000 |
| Rushford Curtis Children's Services | Middletown, CT | Safe harbors project | $4,000 |
| The Kennedy Center Inc | Trumbull, CT | Operating facilities | $4,000 |
| Thomas Merton Center | Bridgeport, CT | Operating facilities | $4,000 |
| Tiny Miracles Foundation Inc | Darien, CT | Operations | $3,000 |
| Downtown Cabaret Theatre | Bridgeport, CT | Operating facilities | $2,000 |
| Greater Bridgeport Symphony | Bridgeport, CT | Operations | $2,000 |
| Salvation Army - Christmas | Bridgeport, CT | Operating facilities | $1,500 |
| Ct Symphonic Band | Stratford, CT | Operations | $1,000 |
| National College of Probate Judges | Williamsburg, VA | Operating facilities | $1,000 |
Grants approved for future payment
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield University | Fairfield, CT | School of nursing capital projects | $20,000 |
| University of Vermont | Burlington, VT | Capital projects | $20,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $166,500 | 33 |
| 2024 | $146,500 | 33 |
| 2023 | $146,000 | 34 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Sep 14, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202642579349100149
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 23-7070398
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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