Eaton Foundation
Invitation OnlyNew York, New York · EIN 04-6017700 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$104K
Organizations funded8
Typical grant$6,500
Total assets$2.2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $10,000.
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
100% of grants went outside New York.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tides Institute | Eastport, ME | Further charitable purposes | $40,000 |
| Maine Center for Costal Fisheries | Stonington, ME | Further charitable purposes | $30,000 |
| Red Cross | Portland, ME | Further charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Rectory School | Pomfret, CT | Further charitable purposes | $7,000 |
| Velocity R Aviation Foundation | Bethlehem, PA | Further charitable purposes | $6,500 |
| Healthy Island Project | Stonington, ME | Further charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Downeast Salmon Federation | East Machias, ME | Further charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Calais Hospital | Calais, ME | Further charitable purposesfurther charitable purposes | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $104,500 | 8 |
| 2024 | $103,000 | 7 |
| 2023 | $100,000 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 28, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601189349100230
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 04-6017700
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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