Findlay Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Findlay Family Foundation is a private foundation in Salisbury, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $695,806 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $750 and the largest $677,456. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$695,806
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$750
- Largest grant$677,456
- Assets$0
- New grantees88%
Giving in 2025 was up from $50,769 the year before.
88% 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 | $57,350 | 49 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $50,769 | 51 | $1.9 million |
| 2025 | $695,806 | 25 | $0 |
How to apply
Findlay Family Foundation 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 Findlay Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 1 | $677,456 |
| New York | 6 | $5,000 |
| Colorado | 4 | $3,850 |
| Connecticut | 5 | $3,750 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $1,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $750 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $500 |
| Iowa | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | Support grant | $677,456 |
| Easter Seals - Colorado | Support grant | $2,000 |
| Preservation Jazz Hall Band | Support grant | $1,000 |
| Cancer Schmancer Foundation | Support grant | $1,000 |
| New York City Ballet | Support grant | $1,000 |
| Michael J Fox Foundation | Support grant | $1,000 |
| Salisbury Family Services | Support grant | $1,000 |
| Lincoln Center Jazz | Support grant | $1,000 |
| BCW Treehouse | Support grant | $1,000 |
| Feeding Avery Families | Support grant | $1,000 |
| Lakeville Hose Company | Support grant | $1,000 |
| American Farmland Trust | Support grant | $750 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Support grant | $750 |
| Anderson Ranch | Support grant | $750 |
| Aces | Support grant | $600 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | Support grant | $500 |
| Prevent Cancer | Support grant | $500 |
| Planned Parenthood | Support grant | $500 |
| Iowa 4H | Support grant | $500 |
| Mountain Rescue Aspen | Support grant | $500 |
| Corner Food Pantry | Support grant | $500 |
| Fishes & Loaves Pantry | Support grant | $500 |
| Housatonic Youth Service Bureau | Support grant | $500 |
| Wikipedia Foundation | Support grant | $250 |
| National Park Foundation | Support grant | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Joshua Findlay
- Patricia Findlay
- Ian A Findlay
Questions people ask
Does Findlay Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Findlay Family Foundation give?
$695,806 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $750.
Who runs Findlay Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joshua Findlay (Director), Patricia Findlay (Secretary) and Ian A Findlay (Director).
What does Findlay Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, health and human services.