The Echlin Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Echlin Foundation is a private foundation in Branford, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $492,000 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $50,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$492,000
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$10.2 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2024 was down from $493,000 the year before.
8% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $476,000 | 26 | $9.2 million |
| 2023 | $493,000 | 26 | $9.9 million |
| 2024 | $492,000 | 24 | $10.2 million |
How to apply
The Echlin 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 The Echlin Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 17 | $336,000 |
| New York | 3 | $62,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $25,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $25,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $24,000 |
| California | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of New Haven | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| St Martin de Porres Academy | Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Alzheimer's Disease Research Foundation | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Connecticut Hospice Inc | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Damon Runyon Cancer Research Foundation | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Michael J Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Neighborhood Music School | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Yale University Child Study Center | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Parkinson's Foundation | Unrestricted | $24,000 |
| Direct Relief | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Friends Center for Children | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Leadership Education and Athletics in Partnership | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Columbus House Inc | Unrestricted | $18,000 |
| Yale Cancer Center | Unrestricted | $18,000 |
| New Haven Reads Community Book Bank | Unrestricted | $16,000 |
| Central CT Coast YMCA | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Community Dining Room | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Community Soup Kitchen of New Haven | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Children's Scholarship Fund | Unrestricted | $12,000 |
| New Haven Ecology Project | Unrestricted | $12,000 |
| Sarah Foundation Inc | Unrestricted | $12,000 |
| Gaylord Specialty Healthcare | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Greater New Haven | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jane E Kammerer
- Tracey C Kammerer
- Brian T Stelben
Questions people ask
Does The Echlin Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Echlin Foundation give?
$492,000 in tax year 2024, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Echlin Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jane E Kammerer (Trustee), Tracey C Kammerer (Trustee) and Brian T Stelben (Trustee).
What does The Echlin Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and science and research.