Tauck Discovery Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Tauck Discovery Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Wilton, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $7,500 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $7,500. 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$7,500
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$7,500
- Assets$1,816
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $5,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $7,500 | 1 | $1,039 |
| 2024 | $5,000 | 1 | $2,099 |
| 2025 | $7,500 | 1 | $1,816 |
How to apply
Tauck Discovery 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 Tauck Discovery Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 1 | $7,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Norwalk Youth Symphony | To support travel scholarships for youth musicians | $7,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Daniel Mahar
- Jennifer Tombaugh
- Michael McGarry
- Philip Crosby
Questions people ask
Does Tauck Discovery Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tauck Discovery Foundation Inc give?
$7,500 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Tauck Discovery Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Daniel Mahar (Director), Jennifer Tombaugh (Director), Michael McGarry (Treasurer) and Philip Crosby (Director and Secretary).
What does Tauck Discovery Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and youth programs.