Elizabeth Raymond Ambler Trust
Accepts applications
Elizabeth Raymond Ambler Trust is a private foundation in Wilton, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $319,995 in 70 grants; the typical grant was $4,269 and the largest $12,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$319,995
- Number of grants70
- Typical grant$4,269
- Largest grant$12,000
- Assets$5.9 million
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2025 was down from $346,068 the year before.
47% 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 | $421,168 | 79 | $6.8 million |
| 2024 | $346,068 | 90 | $6.9 million |
| 2025 | $319,995 | 70 | $5.9 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Elizabeth Raymond Ambler Trust PO Box 7266, Wilton, CT 06897 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (203) 761-1150 |
| What to submit | Must submit scholarship application form with required attachments including the Free Application for Federal Student Aid(FAFSA) and a copy of parent/guardian Federal Income tax return. For scholarship renewals must submit a letter requesting continuation of scholarship, a copy of final grades, FAFSA, tax returns and any information on additional scholarships or awards.Please check www.amblertrust.org for the most up to date scholarship and grant applicaiton information. |
| Deadlines | April 30 for new scholarship applications and May 31 for renewal applications. |
| Restrictions | Individual scholarships range from $1,000 to $10,000. Preferences are to be afforded to students residing in the Town of Wilton first and surrounding towns second. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Elizabeth Raymond Ambler Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 65 | $281,733 |
| New York | 2 | $18,747 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $8,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,515 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Scholarship - Lafayette College | $12,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship - Temple University | $10,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship - University of Hartford | $10,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship - Rochester Institute of Technology | $10,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship - University of Connecticut | $10,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship - Central CT State University | $9,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship - University of Connecticut | $8,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship - Pratt Institute | $8,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship - Miami University | $8,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship - University of Connecticut | $8,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship - Bowie State University | $8,000 |
| The Prospector | Improving the quality of life for people with disabilities through meaningful employment | $7,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship - Columbia University | $6,747 |
| Individual | Scholarship - Sacred Heart University | $6,683 |
| Individual | Scholarship - Barnard College | $6,078 |
| Individual | Scholarship - East Carolina University | $6,000 |
| Wilton Historical Society | To preserve Wilton's history | $5,300 |
| Domus Kids Inc | Transforming youth life trajectories through love | $5,000 |
| Wilton Youth Council | Youth to youth programs | $5,000 |
| Bridgeport Youth Lacrosse | Youth lacrosse "Sports for Peace" | $5,000 |
| Weston Historical Society Inc | To discover, collect and preserve Weston's heritage | $5,000 |
| Kids in Crisis | Teen talk program | $5,000 |
| Pacific House | Homelessness | $5,000 |
| Keystone House | Offers housing and helps clients live independently in the community | $5,000 |
| Woodcock Nature Center | Creatively re-connecting the community with nature and to one another | $5,000 |
| Stamford Pride Inc | Engages, inspires, supports and celebrates LGBTQ+ members and allies through initatives that educate, connect and enrich our diverse community | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship - Springfield College | $5,000 |
| Wilton Interfaith Action Committee | Packaging meals for starving children worldwide, refugee resettlement and directly supporting children with cystic fibrosis | $5,000 |
| Mianus Chapter Trout Unlimited | Dedicated to conserving, protecting and restoring our coldwater fisheries | $5,000 |
| Earthplace Inc | Building passion and respect for the natural world | $5,000 |
| Wilton Candlelight Concerts | Provide great music to the community | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship - Northeastern University | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship - University of Connecticut | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship - Gettysburg College | $5,000 |
| The Rowan Center Inc | Counsel victims and survivors of sexual violence | $4,500 |
| Individual | Scholarship - Harvard University | $4,038 |
| MoCA Westport | Special needs art classes for adults and children | $4,000 |
| Regional Hospice and Home Care of Western CT Inc | Hospice care | $4,000 |
| Waveny LifeCare Network Inc | Provides a compassionate continuum of world-class care to service the changing healthcare needs of seniors from all areas | $4,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship - Fordham University | $4,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Reverend William L Sachs
- Dr David F Clune
- David K Clune
Questions people ask
Does Elizabeth Raymond Ambler Trust accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: April 30 for new scholarship applications and May 31 for renewal applications..
How much does Elizabeth Raymond Ambler Trust give?
$319,995 in tax year 2025, across 70 grants, with a typical grant of $4,269.
Who runs Elizabeth Raymond Ambler Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Reverend William L Sachs (Trustee), Dr David F Clune (Trustee) and David K Clune (Trustee).
What does Elizabeth Raymond Ambler Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and arts and culture.