The Peg Ames Memorial Foundation in
Invitation OnlyWestport, New York · EIN 88-2760072 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$11K
Organizations funded8
Typical grant$1,000
Total assets$1.5M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $1,000.
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 New York.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westport-Wadhamscommunity Alliance | Westport, NY | Community improvement | $4,000 |
| Wadhams Free Library | Wadhams, NY | Lend books | $1,000 |
| The Depot Theatre | Westport, NY | Theatre performances | $1,000 |
| Ballard Park Foundation | Westport, NY | Community park | $1,000 |
| Westport Emergency Squad | Westport, NY | Emergency services | $1,000 |
| Cornell Cooperative Extension Assoc | Lewis, NY | Harvest festival | $1,000 |
| Westport Library Association | Westport, NY | Lend books | $1,000 |
| Essex Food Hub Inc | Westport, NY | Food distribution | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,000 | 8 |
| 2024 | Unknown | 0 |
| 2023 | $25,000 | 1 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 15, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621359349101867
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 88-2760072
- Profile updated Nov 9, 2026
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