The Kelsey Trust
Historical FunderLincoln, Massachusetts · EIN 04-6609917 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$224K
Organizations funded30
Typical grant$7,500
Total assets$4.9M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $10,000.
From the return
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | VERMONT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION |
|---|---|
| Address | 3 COURT STREET, MIDDLEBURY VT 05753 |
| Phone | 8023883355 |
| Form and materials | THE TRUST FUNDS A LIMITED NUMBER OF UNSOLICITED PROPOSALS THROUGH A LETTER OF INTEREST APPLICATION WHICH PROVIDES: 1. A SUMMARY OF THE PROPOSAL AND ITS STRATEGIC FIT WITH KELSEY TRUST'S MISSION AND PROGRAM PRIORITIES 2. A STATEMENT OF THE PROPOSAL'S TARGET POPULATION AND GEOGRAPHIC COMMUNITIES SERVED 3. A STATEMENT OF THE PROJECT'S EXPECTED OUTCOMES AND HOW THE ORGANIZATION - AND THE TRUST - WILL KNOW IF THE PROGRAM IS SUCCESSFUL 4. THE AMOUNT REQUESTED FROM THE KELSEY TRUST AND THE PERCENTAGE OF THE PROPOSED PROJECT/PROGRAM'S BUDGET SUCH AN AMOUNT WOULD REPRESENT 5. THE PERIOD OVER WHICH THE REQUESTED GRANT WOULD BE EXPENDED 6. A LIST OF OTHER SUPPORT, BOTH PUBLIC AND PRIVATE, RECEIVED FOR THE PROPOSED PROJECT/PROGRAM THE LETTER OF REQUEST SHOULD INCLUDE AN ORGANIZATION STATEMENT ON THE ORGANIZATION'S LETTERHEAD THAT SETS FORTH THE FOLLOWING: 1. THE LEGAL NAME OF THE ORGANIZATION, ADDRESS, AND NAME OF THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 2. INDICATION OF WHETHER THE ORGANIZATION IS AN IRS 501(C)(3) |
| Deadlines | SPRING GRANT - TYPICALLY FOCUSED ON EDUCATION AND THE ENVIRONMENT. THE LETTER OF INTEREST DEADLINE I |
| Restrictions | THE TRUST'S GIVING IS LIMITED TO ORGANIZATIONS THAT SERVE THE PEOPLE AND PROTECT THE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT OF THE LAKE CHAMPLAIN BASIN. |
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
96% of grants went outside Massachusetts.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Planned Parenthood of Northern New England | Colchester, VT | General support | $12,500 |
| Adirondack Foundation | Lake Placid, NY | General support | $10,000 |
| Committee on Temporary Shelter Inc | Burlington, VT | General support | $10,000 |
| Addison County Community Action Group Inc Dba Hope | Middlebury, VT | General support | $10,000 |
| The John W Graham Emergency Shelter and Services | Vergennes, VT | General support | $10,000 |
| Spectrum Youth & Family Services Inc | Burlington, VT | General support | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of the North Country NY Inc | Watertown, NY | General support | $10,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Burlington Inc | Burlington, VT | General support | $10,000 |
| Resource a Nonprofit Community Enterprise Inc | Williston, VT | General support | $10,000 |
| Shelburne Farms | Shelburne, VT | General support | $10,000 |
| Vermont Community Foundation | Middlebury, VT | General support | $10,000 |
| Greater Burlington YMCA Foundation Inc (6663-S01) | Burlington, VT | General support | $8,000 |
| Prevent Child Abuse-Vermont | Montpelier, VT | General support | $8,000 |
| Stern Center for Languard & Learning | Williston, VT | General support | $8,000 |
| Champlain College Inc | Burlington, VT | General support | $8,000 |
| Howardcenter Inc Dba Howard Center Inc | Burlington, VT | General support | $7,500 |
| Conservation Law Foundation Inc | Boston, MA | General support | $7,500 |
| Intervale Center Inc | Burlington, VT | General support | $7,500 |
| Vermont Youth Conservation Corps Inc | Richmond, VT | General support | $7,500 |
| Homeshare Vermont Inc | South Burlington, VT | General support | $5,000 |
| Lund Family Center Inc | Burlington, VT | General support | $5,000 |
| Northeast Organic Farming Association of Vermont | Richmond, VT | General support | $5,000 |
| Steps to End Domestic Violence Inc | Burlington, VT | General support | $5,000 |
| Adirondack Foundation - Essex Community Fund | Lake Placid, NY | General support | $5,000 |
| Lakeside Preschool Dba Lakeside School at Black | Essex, NY | General support | $5,000 |
| Vermont River Conservancy Inc | Montpelier, VT | General support | $5,000 |
| Vermont Works for Women Inc | Winooski, VT | General support | $5,000 |
| Common Roots Inc | South Burlington, VT | General support | $4,000 |
| Vermont Public Co | Colchester, VT | General support | $2,500 |
| Otter Creek Audubon Society | Middlebury, VT | General support | $2,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $223,500 | 30 |
| 2023 | $232,000 | 25 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 11, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202503159349100015
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 04-6609917
- Profile updated Nov 4, 2026
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