Robert G and Marguerite M Derx Foundation
Invitation OnlyLitchfield, Connecticut · EIN 06-6449960 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$274K
Organizations funded14
Typical grant$20,000
Total assets$7.2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $15,000 and $25,000.
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
0% of grants went outside Connecticut.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Way of Western Connecticut | Litchfield, CT | Unrestricted general | $30,000 |
| Camella's Cupboard | Litchfield, CT | Unrestricted general | $25,000 |
| Connecticut Junior Republic Assoc | Litchfield, CT | Unrestricted general | $25,000 |
| Reach Western Connecticut | Litchfield, CT | Unrestricted general | $25,000 |
| Food Rescue US | Stamford, CT | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Sustainable Healthy Communities | Litchfield, CT | Charitable | $23,750 |
| The Center for Empowerment | Litchfield, CT | Unrestricted general | $20,000 |
| Connecticut Public Broadcasting Inc | Litchfield, CT | Charity | $20,000 |
| Hillside Food Outreach | Litchfield, CT | Unrestricted general | $20,000 |
| Susan B Anthony Project | Torrington, CT | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Danbury Grassroots Academy | Litchfield, CT | Unrestricted general | $15,000 |
| Children's Center of New Milford Inc | Litchfield, CT | Charity | $10,000 |
| Little Britches Therapeutic Riding | Roxbury, CT | Charitable | $10,000 |
| New Fairfield Free Public Library | Litchfield, CT | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $273,750 | 14 |
| 2024 | $267,777 | 13 |
| 2023 | $277,500 | 13 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 7, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611279349100041
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 06-6449960
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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