Sigmon Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sigmon Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in West Hartford, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $375,633 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $3,094 and the largest $120,000. 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$375,633
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$3,094
- Largest grant$120,000
- Assets$2.5 million
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2025 was up from $228,639 the year before.
28% 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 | $219,000 | 13 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $228,639 | 14 | $2.1 million |
| 2025 | $375,633 | 18 | $2.5 million |
How to apply
Sigmon Family Charitable 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 Sigmon Family Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 9 | $256,133 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $70,000 |
| New York | 2 | $12,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $10,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $2,500 |
| California | 1 | $2,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of St Joseph | Charitable activities | $120,000 |
| Saint Francis Foundation | Charitable activities | $118,000 |
| Clemson University | Charitable activities | $70,000 |
| Artists for Humanity | Charitable activities | $10,000 |
| UNICEF | Charitable activities | $10,000 |
| Water Org Inc | Charitable activities | $10,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | Charitable activities | $10,000 |
| Mercy Housing | Charitable activities | $7,000 |
| Hometown Foundation | Charitable activities | $3,189 |
| American Red Cross | Charitable activities | $3,000 |
| Fenwick Improvement Fund | Charitable activities | $2,500 |
| Make-A-Wish Foundation | Charitable activities | $2,500 |
| San Diego Zoo | Charitable activities | $2,500 |
| St Jude Childrens Hospital | Charitable activities | $2,500 |
| Community Foundation of Sarasota | Charitable activities | $2,000 |
| Lynde Point Land Trust | Charitable activities | $1,000 |
| Shoreline Soup Kitchens | Charitable activities | $1,000 |
| The Goodspeed | Charitable activities | $444 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary K Sigmon
Questions people ask
Does Sigmon Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sigmon Family Charitable Foundation give?
$375,633 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $3,094.
Who runs Sigmon Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mary K Sigmon (Trustee).
What does Sigmon Family Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.