Norma Terris-Albert D Firestone Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Norma Terris-Albert D Firestone Foundation is a private foundation in Deep River, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $203,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$203,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $43,000 the year before.
100% of its 2025 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 | $38,000 | 3 | $0 |
| 2024 | $43,000 | 2 | $0 |
| 2025 | $203,000 | 3 | $0 |
How to apply
Norma Terris-Albert D Firestone 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 Norma Terris-Albert D Firestone Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Rhode Island.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | 2 | $103,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Goodspeed Musicals Goodspeed Musicals | General purpose of organization | $100,000 |
| Rhode Island Foundation Rhode Island Foundation | General purpose of organization | $100,000 |
| Westerly Land Trust Westerly Land Trust | General purpose of organization | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Samuel A Shaw
- Deborah Shaw
- Hans Oppelt
Questions people ask
Does Norma Terris-Albert D Firestone Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Norma Terris-Albert D Firestone Foundation give?
$203,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs Norma Terris-Albert D Firestone Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Samuel A Shaw (President), Deborah Shaw (Secretary/Tr) and Hans Oppelt (Vice Preside).
What does Norma Terris-Albert D Firestone Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and environment and conservation.