Jeniam Foundation
Accepts applications
Jeniam Foundation is a private foundation in Newtown, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.5 million in 63 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $150,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.5 million
- Number of grants63
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$32.7 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.5 million the year before.
56% of its 2024 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 | $1.5 million | 54 | $33.1 million |
| 2024 | $1.5 million | 63 | $32.7 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Hugh Killin III PO Box 3128, Newtown, CT 06470 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (203) 304-1762 |
| What to submit | No formal submission guidelines. Use a summary format (1-2 pages) for initial requests and include budget information. Specific details will be requested later, as appropriate. |
| Deadlines | No formal submission deadlines. |
| Restrictions | Jeniam foundation has specific mission areas of (a) conservation with emphasis on avian species and (b) community enhancement projects in new canaan, ct area. Grants are awarded primarily for capital projects, but may also include feasibility and marketing studies, employment enrichment programs, and other unique projects. Grant emphasis is on projects to build an organization's capacity, improve efficiency, or enhance revenue. Successful relationships of the foundation have included an engaged or 'hands-on' venture philanthropy approach including informal advice and assistance in assessing strategic plans. Funding is leveraged through challenge grants, project loans, and collaborations between organizations. |
What Jeniam Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 32 | $649,000 |
| New York | 15 | $459,000 |
| Utah | 3 | $155,000 |
| New Mexico | 2 | $50,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $30,000 |
| Massachusetts | 4 | $29,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $25,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York Community Trust Long Island | Long island sound stewardship fund 2024 | $150,000 |
| Best Friends Animal Society | Network strategy 2024 | $100,000 |
| Waveny Lifecare Network Inc | Cybersecurity challenge grant | $100,000 |
| Waveny Park Conservancy Inc | Woodlands restoration and meadow upgrades | $100,000 |
| National Audubon Society CT & Ny | Coastal resiliency collaboration grant | $85,000 |
| Everwonder Children's Museum | Challenge grant 2023-2024 | $75,000 |
| National Audubon Society CT & Ny | Ct coastal projects | $75,000 |
| American Bird Conservancy | Advancing birdsplus | $50,000 |
| Best Friends Animal Society | Hurricane helene relief | $50,000 |
| Wolf Conservation Center Inc | Capital campaign grant | $50,000 |
| Danbury Animal Welfare Society Inc | General support | $41,000 |
| Earthplace the Nature Discovery Center Inc | Microbial source tracking pilot project and educator | $40,000 |
| Horizons National | General support | $40,000 |
| New Mexico Wilderness Alliance | General support | $40,000 |
| Newtown-Sandy Hook Community Foundation Inc | Challenge grant | $35,000 |
| Global Forest Generation | Impact monitoring 2 | $30,000 |
| Wolf Conservation Center Inc | Staff development and red wolf research | $30,000 |
| National Aviary Pittsburgh Inc | African penquins safe program | $25,000 |
| New Canaan Land Conservation Trust Inc | Community engagement coordinator | $25,000 |
| Save the Sound Inc | Sound future campaign | $25,000 |
| Community Foundation of Eastern CT | Alewife cove conservancy | $20,000 |
| Environmental Defense Fund Inc | Oceans program | $20,000 |
| First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan | General support | $20,000 |
| Save the Sound Inc | River restoration network funding workshop | $20,000 |
| Cambridge School of Weston Inc | Double bass for music program | $15,000 |
| New Canaan Chamber Music Inc | General support | $15,000 |
| Animal Humane Association of New Mexico | Challenge grant for safety net | $10,000 |
| CT Council for Philanthropy | Fairfield county funders network wellness grants | $10,000 |
| Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk | General support | $10,000 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council Inc (NRDC) | General support | $10,000 |
| Real Food CT Inc | Challenge grant | $10,000 |
| Save the Children Federation Inc | Hurricane helene relief | $10,000 |
| Wildlife in Crisis Inc | Flood repairs and drainage work | $10,000 |
| Wolf Conservation Center Inc | Education programming for title 1 schools | $10,000 |
| Kent Land Trust | Purple martin population sustainability | $9,500 |
| Wolf Conservation Center Inc | Portable ultrasound | $7,000 |
| World Repair Planting Foundation Inc | Fruit trail phase ii part ii | $7,000 |
| Citizens Campaign Fund for the Environment | Long island sound education trip | $6,000 |
| Aussie Rescue & Placement Helpline (Arph) | General support | $5,000 |
| From the Heart Productions Inc | Where fools go film challenge grant | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Carole G Clarkson
- William Clarkson
- Jennifer Clarkson Killin
- Hugh Killin III
Questions people ask
Does Jeniam Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: No formal submission deadlines..
How much does Jeniam Foundation give?
$1.5 million in tax year 2024, across 63 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Jeniam Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Carole G Clarkson (Trustee), William Clarkson (Trustee), Jennifer Clarkson Killin (Trustee) and Hugh Killin III (Executive Director).
What does Jeniam Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, animals and arts and culture.