American Savings Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
American Savings Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New Britain, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $3.4 million in 613 grants; the typical grant was $1,750 and the largest $150,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$3.4 million
- Number of grants613
- Typical grant$1,750
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$107 million
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2025 was up from $3.2 million the year before.
83% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3.3 million | 605 | $91.4 million |
| 2024 | $3.2 million | 636 | $98.1 million |
| 2025 | $3.4 million | 613 | $107 million |
How to apply
| Contact | American Savings Foundation One Liberty Square 1st Floor, New Britain, CT 06051-2637 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (860) 827-2556 |
| What to submit, deadlines, restrictions | See general explanation attachment |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What American Savings Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 22 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 498 | $3.1 million |
| Massachusetts | 38 | $82,125 |
| New York | 23 | $68,875 |
| Rhode Island | 8 | $13,000 |
| District of Columbia | 6 | $12,500 |
| Virginia | 6 | $11,250 |
| Florida | 6 | $8,375 |
| New Hampshire | 5 | $7,875 |
| Vermont | 4 | $7,625 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| City of New Britain | Program grants - exercise the right choice 2025-26 | $150,000 |
| Connecticut Junior Republic Association | Capital grants - fire alarm system replacement | $125,000 |
| Pathwayssenderos Center | Program grants - 2025 summer youth employment program | $115,360 |
| Friendship Service Center | Capital grants - housing capital improvements - replacement windows | $100,000 |
| Friendship Service Center | Program grants - hope connection center 2025-26 | $80,000 |
| Opportunities Industrialization Center of New Britain | Program grants - moving mountains sullivan academy 2025-26 | $75,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of New Britain | Program grants - g.a.a.s. 2025-2026 | $70,000 |
| Children's Law Center of Connecticut | Program grants - legal representation program 2025 | $70,000 |
| Human Resources Agency of New Britain | Program grants - food resource center 2025-26 | $70,000 |
| YWCA of New Britain | Program grants - strive program 2025-26 | $70,000 |
| Klingberg Family Centers | Capital grants - new britain outpatient clinic | $65,000 |
| Prudence Crandall Center | Program grants - domestic violence shelter and housing program | $65,000 |
| Connecticut Foodshare | Program grants - new britain food distribution 2025-26 | $60,000 |
| Readyct | Program grants - career pathway internships 2025-26 | $60,000 |
| Human Resources Agency of New Britain | Program grants - energy assistance program 2025-26 | $56,500 |
| Human Resources Agency of New Britain | Program grants - financial literacy for youth program 2025-26 | $50,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Greater Waterbury | Program grants - teen program 2025-26 | $45,000 |
| New Britain Museum of American Art | Program grants - arts education and outreach 2025-206 | $43,613 |
| YMCA of Greater Waterbury | Program grants - linking academics to life 2025-26 | $41,500 |
| YWCA of New Britain | Program grants - middle school summer program 2025 | $40,000 |
| Consolidated School District of New Britain | Program grants - summer enrichment experience (s.e.e) 2025 | $37,500 |
| Park Central Inc | Capital grants - emergency bathroom renovations | $35,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Southwest New England | Program grants - mindset program 2025-26 | $35,000 |
| New Britain Roots | Program grants - all hands in the garden 2025-26 | $32,000 |
| Mattatuck Museum | Program grants - art enrichment programs 2025-2026 | $30,000 |
| Pro Bono Partnership | Program grants - legal services for nonprofits 2025-26 | $30,000 |
| Salvation Army - New Britain | Program grants - pathway of hope 2025-2026 | $30,000 |
| Shakesperience Productions | Program grants - in-school theatre arts program 2025-26 | $30,000 |
| Connecticut Junior Republic Association | Program grants - work-based learning summer program 2025 | $25,000 |
| LOVE146 | Program grants - survivor care program 2025-26 | $25,000 |
| Pathwayssenderos Center | Program grants - youth development program 2025-26 | $25,000 |
| Hospital of Central Connecticut | Program grants - hope program 2025-26 | $22,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Connecticut | Program grants - mentoring programs 2025-26 | $20,000 |
| Connecticut Foundation for Dental Outreach | Program grants - free dental clinic 2025 | $20,000 |
| Literacy Volunteers of Central CT | Program grants - family literacy center 2025 | $20,000 |
| Local Initiatives Support Corporation | Program grants - financial opportunity center - 2026 | $20,000 |
| Queen Ann Nzinga Center | Program grants - watoto arts enrichment program 2025-26 | $20,000 |
| World Wide Youth Networks | Program grants - paradym academy 2025-26 | $20,000 |
| YWCA of New Britain | Program grants - house of teens 2025-26 | $20,000 |
| Connecticut Foodshare | Discretionary grants - food distribution - new britain | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Charles J Boulier III
- Laurence A Tanner
- Sheri C Pasqualoni
- David Davison
- Caitlyn Bee
- Paula Gilberto
- Michael Carrier
- James Jones
- Melvin J Kelley IV
- John Miller
- Loan Nguyen
- Bruce Noe
- James O'Rourke
- Christopher Porcher
- Joyced Ribeiro
Questions people ask
Does American Savings Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: See general explanation attachment.
How much does American Savings Foundation Inc give?
$3.4 million in tax year 2025, across 613 grants, with a typical grant of $1,750.
Who runs American Savings Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Charles J Boulier III (Director, Chair), Laurence A Tanner (Director, Vice Chair), Sheri C Pasqualoni (Director, Secretary) and David Davison (Director, Treasurer) among 15 officers and trustees.
What does American Savings Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and arts and culture.