Newstead Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Newstead Foundation is a private foundation in Old Saybrook, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $83,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $25,000. 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$83,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was up from $71,050 the year before.
38% 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 | $10,000 | 1 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $71,050 | 7 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $83,000 | 8 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
Newstead 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 1 | $25,000 |
| California | 3 | $20,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $20,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $8,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Equus Foundation Inc | General use | $25,000 |
| Road to the Top Inc | General use | $20,000 |
| Danny & Ron's Rescue | General use | $10,000 |
| Sheldrick Wildlife Trust USA | General use | $10,000 |
| Nami-Nat'l Alliance Mental Illness | General use | $5,000 |
| Red Rover-The Purple Leash | General use | $5,000 |
| Sf-Marin Food Bank | General use | $5,000 |
| The Hill School | General use-centennial campaign | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Alison F Robitaille
- Richard F Pappalardo
Questions people ask
Does Newstead Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Newstead Foundation give?
$83,000 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Newstead Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Alison F Robitaille (Trustee) and Richard F Pappalardo (Trustee).