Joyce Hergenhan Private Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Joyce Hergenhan Private Foundation is a private foundation in Fairfield, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $442,640 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $365,000. 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$442,640
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$365,000
- Assets$9.5 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $416,600 the year before.
33% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $502,000 | 15 | $8.2 million |
| 2024 | $416,600 | 14 | $8.8 million |
| 2025 | $442,640 | 12 | $9.5 million |
How to apply
Joyce Hergenhan Private 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 Joyce Hergenhan Private Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 3 | $385,000 |
| Connecticut | 8 | $37,640 |
| Alaska | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Syracuse University | General operating support | $365,000 |
| Ciri | General operating support | $20,000 |
| Fairfield Museum | General operating support | $12,000 |
| Southport Congregational Church | General operating support | $11,140 |
| Jim & Juli Boeheim Foundation | General operating support | $10,000 |
| New York City Center | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Westport Country Playhouse | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Aspetuck Land Trust | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Pequot Library | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Sasquanaug Association for Southport Improvement Inc | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Wildlife in Crisis | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Bridgeport Ladies Charitable Society | General operating support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Joyce Hergenhan
Questions people ask
Does Joyce Hergenhan Private Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Joyce Hergenhan Private Foundation give?
$442,640 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Joyce Hergenhan Private Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joyce Hergenhan (President As Needed).
What does Joyce Hergenhan Private Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and environment and conservation.