Quidditch Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Quidditch Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Southport, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $592,500 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$592,500
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$10.5 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2024 was up from $182,615 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $338,250 | 30 | $0 |
| 2023 | $182,615 | 15 | $9.6 million |
| 2024 | $592,500 | 25 | $10.5 million |
How to apply
Quidditch Foundation Inc 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 Quidditch Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 20 | $549,500 |
| Vermont | 2 | $40,000 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Save the Children | To aid donee organization in its exempt purpose | $100,000 |
| Catholic Charities of Fairfield County | To aid donee organization in its exempt purpose | $75,000 |
| Education and Hope | To aid donee organization in its exempt purpose | $51,000 |
| Wakeman Boys and Girls Club | To aid donee organization in its exempt purpose | $45,000 |
| Catholic Academy of Bridgeport | To aid donee organization in its exempt purpose | $45,000 |
| Bridgeport Hospital Foundation | To aid donee organization in its exempt purpose | $40,000 |
| Fairfield Country Day School | To aid donee organization in its exempt purpose | $30,000 |
| Suffield Academy | To aid donee organization in its exempt purpose | $25,000 |
| True North Evolution | To aid donee organization in its exempt purpose | $25,000 |
| Team Woofgang | To aid donee organization in its exempt purpose | $20,000 |
| The Rectory School | To aid donee organization in its exempt purpose | $19,000 |
| Uvm Foundation | To aid donee organization in its exempt purpose | $15,000 |
| Notre Dame High School | To aid donee organization in its exempt purpose | $15,000 |
| Cardinal Shehan Center | To aid donee organization in its exempt purpose | $15,000 |
| Operation Hope | To aid donee organization in its exempt purpose | $15,000 |
| St Pius X Parish | To aid donee organization in its exempt purpose | $15,000 |
| New Beginnings Academy | To aid donee organization in its exempt purpose | $12,500 |
| Thomas Merton Center | To aid donee organization in its exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| First Serve Bridgeport | To aid donee organization in its exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Mercy Learning Center | To aid donee organization in its exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Shepherds Inc | To aid donee organization in its exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Southport Volunteer Fire Department | To aid donee organization in its exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Chatham Orpheum Theater | To aid donee organization in its exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Chatham Police Association | To aid donee organization in its exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Chatham Fire Association | To aid donee organization in its exempt purpose | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sheila J Clancy
Questions people ask
Does Quidditch Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Quidditch Foundation Inc give?
$592,500 in tax year 2024, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Quidditch Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Sheila J Clancy (Trustee).
What does Quidditch Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and faith communities.