Grampy's Charities
Preselected recipients only
Grampy's Charities is a private foundation in New London, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $841,475 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $145,000. 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$841,475
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$145,000
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2024 was up from $638,709 the year before.
31% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $438,000 | 25 | $1.9 million |
| 2023 | $638,709 | 30 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $841,475 | 26 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
Grampy's Charities 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Grampy's Charities funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 8 | $516,625 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $125,000 |
| Connecticut | 11 | $114,350 |
| Indiana | 1 | $57,500 |
| West Virginia | 1 | $20,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $1,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Trailways Camps Inc | Unrestricted donation | $145,000 |
| Trinity Repertory Company | Unrestricted donation | $125,000 |
| Gulfshore Playhouse | Unrestricted donation | $120,000 |
| Bobby Nichols Fiddlesticks Charity Foundation | Unrestricted donation | $100,000 |
| Save the Kid Fund Inc | Unrestricted donation | $85,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southwest Florida | Unrestricted donation | $75,000 |
| The Kids and Clays Foundation | Unrestricted donation | $57,500 |
| South Florida After-School All-Stars | Unrestricted donation | $30,000 |
| Phillip P Fessenden Memorial Track Fund | Unrestricted donation | $25,625 |
| Contemporary American Theatre Festival | Unrestricted donation | $20,000 |
| Larc Inc | Unrestricted donation | $20,000 |
| United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut | Unrestricted donation | $5,200 |
| Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center | Unrestricted donation | $5,000 |
| Dream Day on Cape Cod | Unrestricted donation | $5,000 |
| Goodspeed Opera House | Unrestricted donation | $5,000 |
| Salisbury School | Unrestricted donation | $5,000 |
| Norwich Rotary Club | Unrestricted donation | $2,800 |
| Windsor Rod and Gun Club | Unrestricted donation | $2,500 |
| Big Opportunities | Unrestricted donation | $1,000 |
| Fish of Sanibel-Capitva Inc | Unrestricted donation | $1,000 |
| Friends Center for Children | Unrestricted donation | $1,000 |
| Love One International | Unrestricted donation | $1,000 |
| Mashantucket Pequot Fire Department | Unrestricted donation | $1,000 |
| Sterling College | Unrestricted donation | $1,000 |
| US Coast Guard Academy Alumni Association | Unrestricted donation | $1,000 |
| Mystic River Mudhead Sailing Association | Unrestricted donation | $850 |
Officers and trustees
- James H Castle
- Jonatha Y Castle
- William H Castle
- Jennie Y Bibbins
- Courtney A Adams
Questions people ask
Does Grampy's Charities accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Grampy's Charities give?
$841,475 in tax year 2024, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Grampy's Charities?
Its 2024 filing lists James H Castle (Trustee), Jonatha Y Castle (Trustee), William H Castle (Trustee) and Jennie Y Bibbins (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Grampy's Charities fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and arts and culture.