Robert G and Marguerite M Derx Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Robert G and Marguerite M Derx Foundation is a private foundation in Litchfield, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $273,750 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$273,750
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$7.2 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $267,777 the year before.
50% 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 | $277,500 | 13 | $6.0 million |
| 2024 | $267,777 | 13 | $6.6 million |
| 2025 | $273,750 | 14 | $7.2 million |
How to apply
Robert G and Marguerite M Derx 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 Robert G and Marguerite M Derx Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 14 | $273,750 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United Way of Western Connecticut | Unrestricted general | $30,000 |
| Camella's Cupboard | Unrestricted general | $25,000 |
| Connecticut Junior Republic Assoc | Unrestricted general | $25,000 |
| Reach Western Connecticut | Unrestricted general | $25,000 |
| Food Rescue US | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Sustainable Healthy Communities | Charitable | $23,750 |
| The Center for Empowerment | Unrestricted general | $20,000 |
| Connecticut Public Broadcasting Inc | Charity | $20,000 |
| Hillside Food Outreach | Unrestricted general | $20,000 |
| Susan B Anthony Project | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Danbury Grassroots Academy | Unrestricted general | $15,000 |
| Children's Center of New Milford Inc | Charity | $10,000 |
| Little Britches Therapeutic Riding | Charitable | $10,000 |
| New Fairfield Free Public Library | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Union Savings Bank
- Nanette Falkenberg
- Maura J Garych
Questions people ask
Does Robert G and Marguerite M Derx Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Robert G and Marguerite M Derx Foundation give?
$273,750 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Robert G and Marguerite M Derx Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Union Savings Bank (Co- Trustee), Nanette Falkenberg (Co-Trustee) and Maura J Garych (Co-Trustee).
What does Robert G and Marguerite M Derx Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger and education.