The Gryphon Fund
Accepts applications
The Gryphon Fund is a private foundation in West Simsbury, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $447,771 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $445,771. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$447,771
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$445,771
- Assets$10.8 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $367,733 the year before.
67% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $375,796 | 2 | $8.1 million |
| 2024 | $367,733 | 2 | $9.6 million |
| 2025 | $447,771 | 3 | $10.8 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Helen B Kaplan 36 Drumlin Rd, West Simsbury, CT 06092-2906 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (860) 658-5433 |
| What to submit | The foundation does not have an application form but requires details of the purpose of the grant and verification of the tax-exempt status of donees. |
| Deadlines | There are no submission deadlines. |
| Restrictions | There are no restrictions or limitations on awards such as by geographical areas, charitable fields, kinds of institutions or other factors. |
What The Gryphon Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 1 | $445,771 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hartford Foundation for Public Giving | General support for various organizations | $445,771 |
| PBS Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
| NPR | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Helen B Kaplan
- David H Kaplan
Questions people ask
Does The Gryphon Fund accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: There are no submission deadlines..
How much does The Gryphon Fund give?
$447,771 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Gryphon Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Helen B Kaplan (Trustee) and David H Kaplan (Trustee).
What does The Gryphon Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.