Rich Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
Rich Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Stamford, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $102,500 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $30,500. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$102,500
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$30,500
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2025 was down from $128,878 the year before.
31% 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 | $105,450 | 32 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $128,878 | 37 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $102,500 | 29 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
| Contact | The Rich Foundation 222 Summer Street, Stamford, CT 06901 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (203) 359-2900 |
| What to submit | The name, address and telephone numbers of the organization requesting the funds. |
What Rich Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 22 | $77,750 |
| Florida | 3 | $18,500 |
| New York | 2 | $5,250 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Avon Theatre Film Center Inc | Grant to provide financial assistance to their charity | $30,500 |
| Palm Beach Police & Fire Foundation | Grant to provide financial assistance to their charity | $12,500 |
| State Street Debating Society LTD | Grant to provide financial assistance to their charity | $10,300 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Stamford-The Mary C Rich Clubhouse | Grant to provide financial assistance to their charity | $5,500 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Palm Beach County | Grant to provide financial assistance to their charity | $5,000 |
| Stamford Chamber of Commerce | Grant to provide financial assistance to their charity | $5,000 |
| Usta Foundation(united States Tennis Association) | Grant to provide financial assistance to their charity | $5,000 |
| Stamford Hospital Foundation | Grant to provide financial assistance to their charity | $3,500 |
| Individual | Grant to provide financial assistance to their charity | $3,000 |
| Palace Theatre | Grant to provide financial assistance to their charity | $2,500 |
| Stamford Downtown Special Services District | Grant to provide financial assistance to their charity | $2,500 |
| Yale University | Grant to provide financial assistance to their charity | $2,000 |
| Individual | Grant to provide financial assistance to their charity | $1,500 |
| Mayor's Youth Employment Program(city of Stamford) | Grant to provide financial assistance to their charity | $1,500 |
| Orchestra Lumos(stamford Symphony) | Grant to provide financial assistance to their charity | $1,500 |
| Ari of CT Inc | Grant to provide financial assistance to their charity | $1,000 |
| District 8 Building Officials | Grant to provide financial assistance to their charity | $1,000 |
| Ferguson Library | Grant to provide financial assistance to their charity | $1,000 |
| Historical Society of Palm Beach | Grant to provide financial assistance to their charity | $1,000 |
| Laurel Athletic Club(co William Ireland) | Grant to provide financial assistance to their charity | $1,000 |
| Malta House | Grant to provide financial assistance to their charity | $1,000 |
| Stamford Veterans Park Partnership Inc | Grant to provide financial assistance to their charity | $1,000 |
| Barlett Arboretum & Gardens | Grant to provide financial assistance to their charity | $800 |
| Silversource | Grant to provide financial assistance to their charity | $650 |
| Artists Association of Nantucket | Grant to provide financial assistance to their charity | $500 |
| Individual | Grant to provide financial assistance to their charity | $500 |
| Dana Farber Cancer Institute | Grant to provide financial assistance to their charity | $500 |
| Project Music | Grant to provide financial assistance to their charity | $500 |
| From the Heart | Grant to provide financial assistance to their charity | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas L Rich
- Frank D Rich III
- Colleen Fraccola
Questions people ask
Does Rich Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Rich Foundation Inc give?
$102,500 in tax year 2025, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Rich Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas L Rich (President), Frank D Rich III (Vice President) and Colleen Fraccola (Treasurer/Secretary).
What does Rich Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, community development and youth programs.