The Kaman Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Kaman Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Hartford, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $614,128 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$614,128
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$17.4 million
- New grantees16%
Giving in 2024 was down from $758,250 the year before.
16% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $652,089 | 12 | $14.5 million |
| 2023 | $758,250 | 21 | $16.1 million |
| 2024 | $614,128 | 19 | $17.4 million |
How to apply
The Kaman 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 The Kaman Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 7 | $259,778 |
| New Mexico | 2 | $120,000 |
| Texas | 3 | $90,000 |
| California | 3 | $85,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $29,350 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $20,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Elizabeth Park Conservancy | General support | $100,000 |
| Outpost Productions Inc | General support | $95,000 |
| Austin Classical Guitar | General support | $60,000 |
| Hartford Public Library | General support | $44,778 |
| Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation | General support | $35,000 |
| The Jazz Bakery | General support | $30,000 |
| La Artcore | General support | $30,000 |
| Overland Mountain Bike Association | General support | $29,350 |
| Art Division | General support | $25,000 |
| University of Hartford - Laurel Kaman Scholarship Fund | General support | $25,000 |
| University of Hartford - Helen Kaman Scholarship Fund | General support | $25,000 |
| University of Hartford - Charles Kaman Scholarship Fund | General support | $25,000 |
| Santa Fe Music Collective | General support | $25,000 |
| Steve Sutton Memorial Charity | General support | $20,000 |
| Texas Women Songwriters Festival | General support | $20,000 |
| Dripping Springs Visitors Bureau | General support | $10,000 |
| Grace Academy | General support | $5,000 |
| New England Center for Circus Arts | General support | $5,000 |
| Boston Trinity Academy | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- C William Kaman II - Trustee
- Cathleen H Kaman - Trustee
- Glenn M Messemer - Trustee
Questions people ask
Does The Kaman Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Kaman Foundation Inc give?
$614,128 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Kaman Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists C William Kaman II - Trustee (Pres & Treasurer), Cathleen H Kaman - Trustee (Vice President) and Glenn M Messemer - Trustee (Secretary).
What does The Kaman Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.