M Bonnie Axthelm Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
M Bonnie Axthelm Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Westport, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $27,750 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$27,750
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$268,036
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $44,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $44,250 | 8 | $272,584 |
| 2024 | $44,000 | 11 | $259,057 |
| 2025 | $27,750 | 7 | $268,036 |
How to apply
M Bonnie Axthelm Charitable 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 M Bonnie Axthelm Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 5 | $11,750 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $10,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Marquette University | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Uu Wilmington | Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Assumption Church | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Staples High School | Restricted | $3,000 |
| Center for Hope | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Unitarian Church | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Westport Musuem | Unrestricted | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Megan A Brown
- Nancy Axthelm
- Stephen Axthelm
Questions people ask
Does M Bonnie Axthelm Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does M Bonnie Axthelm Charitable Foundation give?
$27,750 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs M Bonnie Axthelm Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Megan A Brown (Trustee), Nancy Axthelm (Trustee) and Stephen Axthelm (Trustee).
What does M Bonnie Axthelm Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.