Columbian Foundation Inc
Historical FunderAuburn, New York · EIN 15-6017838 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,000 and $5,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | COLUMBIAN FOUNDATION INC |
|---|---|
| Address | 110 GENESEE STREET STE 290A, AUBURN NY 13021 |
| Phone | 3152539321 |
| Form and materials | APPLICANTS MUST INCLUDE, AT A MINIMUM: PROOF OF CHARITABLE STATUS THROUGH AN IRS DETERMINATION LETTER; FULL DETAILS SUPPORTING THE REQUEST FOR FUNDING; MOST RECENT ANNUAL REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS; AND CURRENT LISTING OF ALL OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS. |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | AWARDS ARE RESTRICTED TO CAYUGA COUNTY, SKANEATELES, & ONONDAGA COUNTY, NY. |
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
0% of grants went outside New York.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auburn YMCA | Auburn, NY | Program support | $8,200 |
| American Red Cross | West Henrietta, NY | Program support | $5,000 |
| Cayuga Community College Foundation | Auburn, NY | Program support | $5,000 |
| Cayuga Museum of History and Art | Auburn, NY | Capital improvement | $5,000 |
| Community Action Program | Auburn, NY | Program support | $5,000 |
| Schweinfurth Museum Art Center | Auburn, NY | Equipment purchase | $5,000 |
| Seward House Museum | Auburn, NY | Capital improvments | $5,000 |
| The Rev | Auburn, NY | Program support | $5,000 |
| The Skaneateles Festival | Skaneateles, NY | Equipment purchase | $5,000 |
| United Way of Cayuga County Inc | Auburn, NY | Program support | $5,000 |
| Unity House | Auburn, NY | Equipment purchase | $5,000 |
| King Ferry Food Pantry | Aurora, NY | Program support | $4,000 |
| Auburn Public Theater | Auburn, NY | Program support | $3,000 |
| Perform 4 Purpose | Auburn, NY | Equipment purchase | $3,000 |
| Auburn Lacrosse Boosters Inc | Auburn, NY | Equipment purchase | $2,500 |
| Spafford Area Historical Society | Skaneateles, NY | Capital improvments | $2,500 |
| Union Springs Soccer Club | Cayuga, NY | Program support | $2,500 |
| Aurelius Volunteer Fire Department | Auburn, NY | Equipment purchase | $2,000 |
| Skaneateles Early Childhood Center | Skaneateles, NY | Capital improvments | $2,000 |
| West Genoa Cemetery | King Ferry, NY | Capital improvments | $2,000 |
| Westminster Manor | Auburn, NY | Capital improvments | $2,000 |
| Moravia Hope Pantry | Moravia, NY | Program support | $1,500 |
| Skaneateles Foundation | Skaneateles, NY | Program support | $100 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $85,300 | 23 |
| 2024 | $83,900 | 23 |
| 2023 | $60,100 | 20 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Aug 17, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202602299349100015
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 15-6017838
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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