Claremont Savings Bank Foundation
Historical FunderClaremont, New Hampshire · EIN 33-1014741 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$125K
Organizations funded66
Typical grant$1,500
Total assets$2.1M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $2,500.
From the return
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | Brandy Blackinton |
|---|---|
| Address | PO Box 1600, Claremont NH 03743 |
| Phone | 6035427711 |
| Form and materials | One page application with general information including amount of request, proposed project, proof of 501 (c)(3) status, geographic location, clients served, and number of employees. |
| Deadlines | Applications must be received in May with grants awared June 15. |
| Restrictions | Organization must be a 501 (c)(3) and not discriminate as defined by federal criteria. Priority to the sullivan and windsor counties with secondary consideration to surrounding communities in New Hamphire and Vermont. Size of grants generally range from $500 to $5,000. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
27% of grants went outside New Hampshire.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cornish Community Initiative | Cornish Flat, NH | This grant will fund the renovation of the former Cornish Store into a new library and community center. | $5,000 |
| On Solid Ground | Charlestown, NH | Funding will support the development of a new transitional living facility in Charlestown, NH, designed for youth aging out of foster care… | $5,000 |
| Claremont Soup Kitchen | Claremont, NH | The grant will be used to replace the existing rooftop air conditioning system. | $4,500 |
| Community Dental Care of Claremont | Claremont, NH | The grant will support the expansion by funding additional dental supplies and instruments. | $4,000 |
| Claremont Opera House Inc | Claremont, NH | Funds will support the purchase of three 4K digital display kiosks. | $3,750 |
| Springfield Family Center Inc | Springfield, VT | This grant will support SFCs ongoing efforts to combat food insecurity by strengthening their food shelf and meals programs. | $3,750 |
| Claremont Learning Partnership | Claremont, NH | The grant will sustain and expand the One-4-All Child Care Centers Diaper and Food Project, ensuring every child receives essential… | $3,000 |
| New Hampshire Catholic Charities Inc dba New Hampshire Food Bank | Manchester, NH | The grant will help purchase nutritious food, providing vital support to children in need across six communities. | $3,000 |
| Springfield Medical Care Systems dba North Star Health | Springfield, VT | Grant funding will support the enhancement of the Springfield Health Center by outfitting rooms to better accommodate individuals with… | $3,000 |
| Turning Points Network | Claremont, NH | Funds will provide emergency essentials such as food, transportation, and communication for survivors during their first month of recovery. | $3,000 |
| West Central Behavioral Health | Lebanon, NH | Funding will be used to provide basic client needs, such as money for laundry, car maintenance, and recreation center passes. | $3,000 |
| West Central Behavioral Health | Lebanon, NH | Funding will support their Childrens Program across offices in Newport, Claremont, and Lebanon, helping to meet basic client needs like… | $3,000 |
| Wise | Lebanon, NH | Grant funds will support WISEs Housing Program. | $2,800 |
| Baby Steps Family Assistance Program | Claremont, NH | Purchase laundry cards, community center passes and essential toiletries to assist families in need | $2,500 |
| Black River Innovation Campus | Springfield, VT | Grant will help renovate a downtown storefront into a dynamic STEAM and entrepreneurship innovation hub | $2,500 |
| Claremont Senior Center Inc | Claremont, NH | Funding will be used to replace a small chest freezer with a reach-in freezer and to purchase a new refrigerator. | $2,500 |
| Cover Home Repair | White River Junction, VT | Funds will support the Ramps and Roofs Campaign, which raises money annually to provide critical home repairs for low-income households. | $2,500 |
| Meriden Community Camp co Meriden Congregational Church | Meriden, NH | The grant will provide scholarships so that all children can attend camp, regardless of their familys financial situation. | $2,500 |
| PathWays of the River Valley | Claremont, NH | The grant will support a kitchen remodel that enhances accessibility and fosters independence for residents by improving both the physical… | $2,500 |
| Claremont Police Department | Claremont, NH | Funding will support the camps three-part program: Academic, Adventure, and Community Service. This includes a new STEM component and a… | $2,500 |
| Springfield Supported Housing Program | Springfield, VT | Grant funding will provide Welcome Baskets with essentials like utensils, bedding, hygiene products, and cleaning supplies, plus… | $2,500 |
| Sugar River Valley Regional Technical Center | Claremont, NH | The grant funds were used to launch the SRVRTC Pop-Up Store, an innovative component of the Entrepreneurship program that provides students… | $2,500 |
| Town of Charlestown Recreation Department | Charlestown, NH | Grant funds will be used to improve Patch Parks baseball and softball fields, which had not received proper maintenance or new materials… | $2,500 |
| TwinState MakerSpaces Inc | Claremont, NH | The grant will support energy efficiency improvements at the Claremont MakerSpace through the installation of commercial-grade rolling… | $2,500 |
| Grafton County Senior Citizens Council | Lebanon, NH | The grant will help replace the refrigeration unit at the Lebanon center kitchen to ensure food safety and maintain meal quality. | $2,200 |
| Children's Center of the Upper Valley | Lebanon, NH | Support the addition of natural outdoor materials, climbing logs, garden spaces and sand areas to encourage exploration and sensory play. | $2,000 |
| Health Care & Rehabilitation Services | Springfield, VT | Funds will establish the CSB Discretionary Fund, a flexible resource for case managers and care coordinators to help clients access… | $2,000 |
| Kroka Expeditions Inc and TC's Pantry LLC | Marlow, NH | Grant funds will help ensure the 2nd Annual Claremont Cooking & Climbing program is accessible to youth from all income levels. | $2,000 |
| Listen Community Services | Lebanon, NH | This grant will help LISTEN purchase essential food items to ensure they can respond to every community member seeking assistance amid… | $2,000 |
| Rogue Robots of 4H | Newport, NH | Funds will be used to purchase laptops that enable students to participate in competitions such as the First Lego League, RECF Aerial Drone… | $2,000 |
| Senior Solutions | Springfield, VT | Grant funding will help cover the costs of delivering and maintaining vital meal programs. | $2,000 |
| Stevens High School | Claremont, NH | Grant funding will support the annual Futsal League, a new NFL Flag Football program, essential sports equipment, and an end-of-year trip… | $2,000 |
| The Old Fort No 4 Associates Inc DBA The Fort at No 4 | Charlestown, NH | Grant funds were used to support a critical project enhancing the visitor experience by renovating aging bathroom facilities to make them… | $2,000 |
| Bugbee Senior Center | White River Junction, VT | Grant funding will support Locally Yours, a seasonal program that provides free locally grown produce to seniors. | $1,500 |
| Claremont Community Television Inc | Claremont, NH | Funding will support a series of three educational sessions to guide community members, municipal departments, and nonprofits, especially… | $1,500 |
| Richards School | Newport, NH | Grant funds will support Project R.A.B.B.I.T. (Read A Book Because Its Terrific), a long-running literacy program that provides each… | $1,500 |
| Got Lunch Newport | Newport, NH | This support ensures ongoing assistance to families by providing groceries every other Monday throughout summer vacation and holidays. | $1,200 |
| Best Buddies in New Hampshire | Claremont, NH | Grant will support the launch of two new school friendship chapters | $1,000 |
| Carter Community Building Association | Lebanon, NH | Grant will support the After School Program and provide scholarships for low-income families | $1,000 |
| Charlestown Area PTA | Charlestown, NH | Purchase a popcorn machine and ice maker for school concession events | $1,000 |
| David's House | Lebanon, NH | Funding will be used to relocate thermostat controls from floor level to shoulder height in guest rooms. | $1,000 |
| Dismas of Vermont for Hartford House | Hartford, VT | Grant will fund essential items for newcomers at the Hartford house, including clothing, hygiene supplies, bedding, and healthcare access. | $1,000 |
| First Congregational Church Claremont NH | Claremont, NH | The grant will support a new English language program for immigrant adults, addressing the lack of accessible, community-based ESL… | $1,000 |
| Greater Springfield VT Area Habitat for Humanity | Springfield, VT | Funds will support GSVAHFHs two-year project, facilitating yard cleanup, house gutting, renovations, and essential infrastructure… | $1,000 |
| Green Mountain Children's Center | Claremont, NH | The grant will allow the addition of new enrichment programs at no additional cost to families. | $1,000 |
| Hometown Hero Outdoors | Waner, NH | Funding will support maintenance of the equipment trailer, including tires, lighting, generator upkeep, and other essential items such as… | $1,000 |
| Junction Arts & Media | White River Junction, VT | Grant funds will support the production and presentation of the 21st annual White River Indie Film Festival (WRIF 2026). | $1,000 |
| Library Arts Center | Newport, NH | Funds will support the continuation and expansion of free community arts initiatives, including a family-friendly performance series,… | $1,000 |
| NH Jumptart Coalition | Hillsboro, NH | Grant funds will support this program by providing educational materials and expanding outreach to reach more students across the state. | $1,000 |
| Northern Stage Company | White River Junction, VT | Grant funds will support the development and production of their plays, workshops, rehearsals, and performances expected to reach more than… | $1,000 |
| Our Town Paper | Charlestown, NH | Funding will support the purchase of new laptops and updated software, replacing outdated equipment. | $1,000 |
| Second Growth | White River Junction, NH | Grant funding will support free registration and operations for two weeks of summer camp in Claremont NH, and Hartford and Bethel VT,… | $1,000 |
| Springfield Area Parent Child Center | N Springfield, VT | This grant will contribute to SAPCCs efforts by ensuring free access to their programs. | $1,000 |
| Springfield Humane Society Inc | Springfield, VT | The grant will support the Spay the Mom program, which provides essential care and vaccinations for dogs and cats to reduce overpopulation. | $1,000 |
| Sullivan County Humane Society | Claremont, NH | Funds will support two programs, Fix the Mom and Shainas Safe Haven, which are designed to help pet owners keep their animals by providing… | $1,000 |
| Sustainable Woodstock | Woodstock, VT | The grant will support the annual Window Dressers build, providing free insulating window inserts to low-income households to improve… | $1,000 |
| Therapeutic Works Inc | Burlington, VT | The grant funded the expansion of trauma-informed therapeutic case management services, addressing critical service gaps for individuals… | $1,000 |
| Vital Communities | White River Junction, VT | Grant funds will support the E-Bikes Everywhere! initiative, expanding e-bike access and infrastructure from Windsor County into Sullivan… | $1,000 |
| Wags N Wiggles Rescue | Newport, NH | The grant will fund essential improvements to their facility, including enhanced safety barriers between kennels and repairs to worn walls,… | $1,000 |
| West Claremont Center for Music and the Arts | Claremont, NH | The grant supports WCCMAs Youth Arts Enrichment (YAE) Initiative, helping expand visual arts programming with comic artist Wayne Carter and… | $1,000 |
Showing the 60 largest of 66 grants to organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $125,000 | 66 |
| 2023 | $115,000 | 69 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Oct 14, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202502879349100800
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 33-1014741
- Profile updated Nov 4, 2026
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