The Kestrel Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Kestrel Foundation is a private foundation in Washington, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $967,100 in 56 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $665,000. 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$967,100
- Number of grants56
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$665,000
- Assets$14.1 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2024 was up from $386,900 the year before.
20% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $386,900 | 61 | $15.2 million |
| 2024 | $967,100 | 56 | $14.1 million |
How to apply
The Kestrel 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 Kestrel Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 1 | $665,000 |
| Connecticut | 30 | $180,400 |
| New York | 17 | $93,200 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $24,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $2,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $500 |
| California | 1 | $300 |
| Washington | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cloudbreak Inc | General support | $665,000 |
| Northwest CT Land Concervancy | General support | $42,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General support | $20,000 |
| Environmental Defense Fund | General support | $20,000 |
| Unhcr | General support | $20,000 |
| Steep Rock Association | General support | $15,000 |
| Washington Park Foundation | General support | $12,000 |
| After School Arts Program | General support | $10,000 |
| Friendly Hands | General support | $10,000 |
| Greenwoods Counseling | General support | $10,000 |
| Jericho Project | General support | $10,000 |
| Lake Waramaug Task Force Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Pilobolus | General support | $10,000 |
| Storm King Art Center | General support | $10,000 |
| Susan B Anthony Project | General support | $10,000 |
| Washington Community Fund | General support | $10,000 |
| Gunn Memorial Library | General support | $6,000 |
| Housatonic Valley Association | General support | $5,000 |
| Madison Sqquare Park Conservancy Inc | General support | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | General support | $5,000 |
| Rivers Alliance of CT | General support | $5,000 |
| Save the Children | General support | $5,000 |
| Washington Ambulance Association | General support | $5,000 |
| Washington Volunteer Fire Department | General support | $5,000 |
| Connecticut Foodshare | General support | $3,500 |
| Gramercy Park Block Association | General support | $3,000 |
| Muddy Paws Rescue | General support | $2,500 |
| Village Improvement Society Inc | General support | $2,500 |
| Warren Volunteer Fire Department | General support | $2,500 |
| Washington Art Association | General support | $2,500 |
| ACLU Foundation | General support | $2,000 |
| Brady Center to Prevent Gun Violence | General support | $2,000 |
| Conversations on the Green | General support | $2,000 |
| Rotarty Club of Washington | General support | $2,000 |
| Washington Community Housing Trust | General support | $2,000 |
| Washington Scholarship Fund Inc | General support | $2,000 |
| The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) | General support | $1,000 |
| Children's Community School | General support | $1,000 |
| Connecticut Community Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
| First Ecclesiastical Society of New Preston | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Benjamin E Nickoll
- Christine M Armstrong
Questions people ask
Does The Kestrel Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Kestrel Foundation give?
$967,100 in tax year 2024, across 56 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Kestrel Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Benjamin E Nickoll (Trustee) and Christine M Armstrong (Trustee).
What does The Kestrel Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, arts and culture and education.