The Edward and Mary Lord Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Edward and Mary Lord Foundation is a private foundation in North Franklin, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $933,482 in 30 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $136,274. 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$933,482
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$136,274
- Assets$25.6 million
- New grantees73%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.0 million the year before.
73% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $1.0 million | 31 | $20.2 million |
| 2023 | $1.0 million | 18 | $23.9 million |
| 2024 | $933,482 | 30 | $25.6 million |
How to apply
The Edward and Mary Lord 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Edward and Mary Lord Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 29 | $833,482 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Foundation of Eastern CT | To lord foundation donor advised fund | $136,274 |
| Ocean Community YMCA | Assistance for new building at mystic YMCA | $100,000 |
| Safe Futures Inc | Support of domestic violence programs & capital campaign to construct new facility | $80,000 |
| Madonna Place Inc | Support for three programs | $75,000 |
| The Arc Eastern Connecticut Inc | Support for purchase of landscaping truck | $60,820 |
| Avalonia Land Conservancy Inc | Support for purchase of land for conservation | $54,000 |
| St Edmund's Retreat Inc | Support of the recovery program | $45,000 |
| New England Science & Sailing Foundation | Support of STEM education programs for norwich elementary students | $42,000 |
| High Hopes Therapeutic Riding | Programs for therapeutic riding 24-25 & 25-26 | $30,000 |
| Operation Fuel Inc | Support for low income norwich families | $30,000 |
| The Riverfront Children's Center | Tuition assistance | $30,000 |
| Three Rivers College Foundation | Scholarships | $30,000 |
| Stanton-Davis Homestead Museum Inc | Support for restoration project at the homestead | $25,000 |
| Society of the Founders of Norwich | Support for electrical & security upgrades at leffingwell museum | $20,488 |
| Mitchell College | Scholarships for norwich students | $20,000 |
| Rose City Senior Center | Support of gold wishes program | $20,000 |
| Always Home | Support for roof replacement at supportive housing | $16,000 |
| Eastern CT Symphony Orchestra | Sponsor community concert | $15,000 |
| New London Community Meal Center Inc | Assistance for purchase of van | $15,000 |
| Thames Valley Council for Community Action Inc | Assistance in rehab of transitional housing units | $15,000 |
| The Blue Door | Refurbish dme for free donation to community | $15,000 |
| Franklin Historical Society Inc | Support for signage at ashbel woodward museum | $12,800 |
| William W Backus Hospital | Support for medical mission at home program | $10,000 |
| A Capela Do Santo Antonio Inc | Support for scholarships for nfa students | $8,250 |
| Uncas Health District | Support for purchase of co detectors for homeless and vaccines for community flu clinics | $8,150 |
| Norwich Rotary Foundation Inc | Coats for kids program | $5,000 |
| Pregnancy Support Center Inc | Support for purchase of pack-n-play units, safe sleep program | $4,200 |
| Eugene Oneill Memorial Theater Center Inc | Support young playwrights program | $4,000 |
| The Housing Authority of the Town of Norwich | Support of resident services coordinator | $3,500 |
| Mystic Art Association | Support for "gifts of ocean" exhibit | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kathryn Lord
- Joel Suisman
- Jeffrey Lord
Questions people ask
Does The Edward and Mary Lord Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Edward and Mary Lord Foundation give?
$933,482 in tax year 2024, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Edward and Mary Lord Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Kathryn Lord (Trustee), Joel Suisman (Trustee) and Jeffrey Lord (Trustee).
What does The Edward and Mary Lord Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, education and human services.