The Ward Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyNew Canaan, Connecticut · EIN 06-1519409 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$23K
Organizations funded18
Typical grant$1,000
Total assets$639K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $1,040.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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
66% of grants went outside Connecticut.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| International College | New York, NY | Educational support | $5,000 |
| Staying Put in New Canaan | New Canaan, CT | Social and community support | $5,000 |
| Coastal Aspirations | San Francisco, CA | Environmental support | $2,486 |
| National World War II Museum | New Orleans, LA | Historical/Societal support | $1,500 |
| Americares | Stamford, CT | International relief | $1,040 |
| Alzheimer's Disease Research | Clarksburg, MD | Medical research | $1,000 |
| Disabled Veterans National Foundation | Lanham, MD | Community support | $1,000 |
| Moose Charities | Mooseheart, IL | Social relief and community support | $1,000 |
| New Canaan High School Scholarship Foundation Inc | New Canaan, CT | Educational support | $1,000 |
| Vista Life Innovations | Westbrook, CT | Community support | $1,000 |
| Earlham College | Richmond, IN | Educational support | $500 |
| Judicial Watch | Washington, DC | Community support | $500 |
| Lavalette Volunteer Fire | Lavalette, NJ | Community support | $500 |
| New Canaan Community Foundation | New Canaan, CT | Community support | $500 |
| Waveny Care Center Inc | New Canaan, CT | Health and rehabilitation support services | $500 |
| Project Orbis International | New York, NY | Oncological research | $100 |
| First Air Porce One (Restoration) | Bridgewater, VA | Historical/Societal support | $54 |
| St Joseph's Indian School | Chamberlain, SD | Social and community support | $35 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $22,715 | 18 |
| 2023 | $18,547 | 15 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Oct 11, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202512849349100701
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 06-1519409
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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