Cyrus W & Amy F Jones & Bessie D Phelps Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Cyrus W & Amy F Jones & Bessie D Phelps Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Fairfield, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $201,000 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $34,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$201,000
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$34,000
- Assets$8.4 million
- New grantees4%
Giving in 2024 was up from $189,000 the year before.
4% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $180,000 | 24 | $5.2 million |
| 2023 | $189,000 | 25 | $6.4 million |
| 2024 | $201,000 | 25 | $8.4 million |
How to apply
Cyrus W & Amy F Jones & Bessie D Phelps Foundation Inc says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Cyrus W & Amy F Jones & Bessie D Phelps Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 24 | $186,000 |
| New York | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Greater Bridgeport Symphony | Operations | $34,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Operations | $15,000 |
| Greater Connecticut Youth Orchestra | Operations | $14,000 |
| Goodwill Industries of Western CT | Operations | $12,000 |
| Homes for the Brave | Operations | $12,000 |
| Mikey's Way Foundation | Programs | $12,000 |
| The Klein Memorial Auditorium Foundation (Kta) | Operations | $12,000 |
| Catholic Charities of Fairfield County | Operations | $10,000 |
| Olivet Congregational Church | General purposes | $10,000 |
| Samuel P Senior Memorial Park Inc | Operations | $8,000 |
| The Connecticut Zoological Society | Connecticut's beardsley zoo | $8,000 |
| Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation Inc | Operations | $6,000 |
| Girl Scouts Housatonic Council | Programs | $6,000 |
| The Barnum Festival LLC | Operations | $5,000 |
| Wildfile in Crisis | Operations | $5,000 |
| Armenian Church of the Holy Ascesion | Operations | $4,000 |
| Boroughs Community Center | Programs | $4,000 |
| Mercy Learning Center | Women of achievement scholarship fund | $4,000 |
| Brady's Smile | Operations | $3,000 |
| Bridge House Inc | Operationsoperations | $3,000 |
| Bridgeport Rescue Mission | Operations | $3,000 |
| Connecticut Chamber Choir Inc | Programs | $3,000 |
| Easton Senior Center | Activities fund | $3,000 |
| Neighborhood Studios of Fairfield County | Operations | $3,000 |
| Downtown Cabaret Theater Company | Children's programs | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Alexander R Nestor
- Aram H Tellalian III
- Robert S Tellalian Jr
Questions people ask
Does Cyrus W & Amy F Jones & Bessie D Phelps Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cyrus W & Amy F Jones & Bessie D Phelps Foundation Inc give?
$201,000 in tax year 2024, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs Cyrus W & Amy F Jones & Bessie D Phelps Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Alexander R Nestor (Trustee-Vice President & S), Aram H Tellalian III (Trustee-Vice President) and Robert S Tellalian Jr (Trustee-President & Treasu).
What does Cyrus W & Amy F Jones & Bessie D Phelps Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, faith communities and human services.