The Valerie Ann Luff Foundation
Invitation OnlyWilton, Connecticut · EIN 06-1516862 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$85K
Organizations funded10
Typical grant$2,500
Total assets$1.1M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $10,000.
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
20% of grants went outside Connecticut.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Catherine Center for Special Needs | Fairfield, CT | General support | $31,000 |
| Order of Malta - American Assoc | New York, NY | General support | $27,650 |
| Veritas Catholic Network | Georgetown, CT | General support | $10,000 |
| Malta House Inc | Norwalk, CT | General support | $5,500 |
| Our Lady's Pilgramage | New Canaan, CT | General support | $4,000 |
| Thomas Merton Family Center | Bridgeport, CT | General support | $2,500 |
| Catholic Charities of Fairfield County | Shelton, CT | General support | $2,000 |
| Foundations in Education | Shelton, CT | General support | $1,000 |
| Shephards Inc | Bridgeport, CT | General support | $1,000 |
| Elizabeth Seton Childrens Hospital | Yonkers, NY | General support | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $85,150 | 10 |
| 2024 | $96,450 | 9 |
| 2023 | $89,800 | 11 |
| 2021 | $81,000 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Aug 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202622259349100212
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 06-1516862
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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