Rocky Nook Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Rocky Nook Foundation is a private foundation in New Canaan, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $100,001 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $10,001. 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$100,001
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$10,001
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $290,536 the year before.
33% 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 | $104,750 | 17 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $290,536 | 13 | $1.9 million |
| 2025 | $100,001 | 15 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
Rocky Nook 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 Rocky Nook Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 5 | $33,500 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $17,501 |
| New York | 3 | $16,500 |
| California | 2 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $7,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nantucket Behavioral Health Center | General contribution, unrestricted to purpose | $10,001 |
| Georgetown University | General contribution, unrestricted to purpose | $10,000 |
| New Canaan Library | General contribution, unrestricted to purpose | $10,000 |
| New York City Ballet | General contribution, unrestricted to purpose | $10,000 |
| Stamford Hospital Foundation | General contribution, unrestricted to purpose | $10,000 |
| Deerfield Academy | General contribution, unrestricted to purpose | $7,500 |
| First Congregational Church of New Canaan | General contribution, unrestricted to purpose | $7,500 |
| Ohio Wesleyan University | General contribution, unrestricted to purpose | $7,500 |
| Crossing Thresholds | General contribution, unrestricted to purpose | $5,000 |
| Stanford Fund | General contribution, unrestricted to purpose | $5,000 |
| Stanford University | General contribution, unrestricted to purpose | $5,000 |
| US Squash | General contribution, unrestricted to purpose | $5,000 |
| Youth Orchestra Without Borders | General contribution, unrestricted to purpose | $5,000 |
| City Squash | General contribution, unrestricted to purpose | $1,500 |
| Meals-On-Wheels of New Canaan | General contribution, unrestricted to purpose | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Christopher T Baker
- Rachel Diehl
Questions people ask
Does Rocky Nook Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rocky Nook Foundation give?
$100,001 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Rocky Nook Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Christopher T Baker (Trustee) and Rachel Diehl (Trustee).
What does Rocky Nook Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and arts and culture.