Joyce Hergenhan Private Foundation
Invitation OnlyFairfield, Connecticut · EIN 06-1519008 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$443K
Organizations funded12
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$9.5M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $11,140.
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
33% of grants went outside Connecticut.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Syracuse University | Syracuse, NY | General operating support | $365,000 |
| Ciri | Anchorage, AK | General operating support | $20,000 |
| Fairfield Museum | Fairfield, CT | General operating support | $12,000 |
| Southport Congregational Church | Southport, CT | General operating support | $11,140 |
| Jim & Juli Boeheim Foundation | Fayetteville, NY | General operating support | $10,000 |
| New York City Center | New York, NY | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Westport Country Playhouse | Westport, CT | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Aspetuck Land Trust | Westport, CT | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Pequot Library | Southport, CT | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Sasquanaug Association for Southport Improvement Inc | Southport, CT | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Wildlife in Crisis | Westport, CT | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Bridgeport Ladies Charitable Society | Southport, CT | General operating support | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $442,640 | 12 |
| 2024 | $416,600 | 14 |
| 2023 | $502,000 | 15 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601329349102525
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 06-1519008
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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