Fernwood Foundation
Invitation OnlyWeston, Connecticut · EIN 06-6459415 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$800K
Organizations funded16
Typical grant$1,000
Total assets$6.3M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $2,500.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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
56% of grants went outside Connecticut.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Classical Orchestra | New York, NY | General donation | $625,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | Washington, DC | General donation | $101,000 |
| Westport Country Playhouse | Westport, CT | General donation | $50,250 |
| Town of Weston Connecticut | Weston, CT | Beautification needs for the town green in weston, ct | $8,200 |
| Town of Weston Connecticut | Weston, CT | General donation | $2,500 |
| Weston Volunteer Ems | Weston, CT | General donation | $2,500 |
| Martha Graham Center of Contemporary Dance | New York, NY | General donation | $2,500 |
| 211 Palm Beach and Treasure Coast | Lantana, FL | General donation | $2,000 |
| The Greater Boston Food Bank | Boston, MA | General donation | $1,000 |
| Best Friends for Life Animal Rescue | Plainville, CT | General donation | $1,000 |
| Be Loved Asheville | Asheville, NC | General donation | $1,000 |
| Brother Wolf Animal Rescue | Asheville, NC | General donation | $1,000 |
| Aspetuck Land Trust | Westport, CT | General donation | $1,000 |
| Friends of Lachat | Weston, CT | General donation | $500 |
| The Dana-Farber Cancer Institute | Brookline, MA | General donation | $350 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Chicago, IL | General donation | $350 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $800,150 | 16 |
| 2023 | $500,350 | 12 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 7, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202523109349101347
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 06-6459415
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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