The Maisie Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Maisie Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Hartford, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $68,800 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $28,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$68,800
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$28,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $49,300 the year before.
33% of its 2025 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 | $58,800 | 15 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $49,300 | 10 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $68,800 | 15 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
The Maisie 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 Maisie Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 10 | $29,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $28,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $4,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,800 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $2,500 |
| Michigan | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pet Partners Rescue Home Inc | Animal protection services | $28,000 |
| No Animal Left Unfed Inc | Animal protection services | $5,000 |
| Enfield Loaves and Fishes Inc | Food assistance | $4,500 |
| Enfield Food Shelf | Food assistance | $4,000 |
| Hands on Hartford | Food assistance | $4,000 |
| C&w Rustic Hollows Shelter | Animal protection services | $4,000 |
| Protectors of Animals Inc | Animal protection services | $3,500 |
| Connecticut Humane Society | Animal protection services | $3,000 |
| The Purr-Fect Cat Shelter | Animal protection services | $2,800 |
| Last Chance Ranch | Animal protection services | $2,500 |
| Paws With A Cause | Animal protection services | $2,000 |
| Cat Tales Inc | Animal protection services | $2,000 |
| Greater New Haven Cat Project Inc | Animal protection services | $1,500 |
| City of Hartford Animal Services | Animal protection services | $1,000 |
| West Hartford Animal Control | Animal protection services | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan Danseyar
- Brenton Graveley
- Scott Pitman
Questions people ask
Does The Maisie Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Maisie Foundation Inc give?
$68,800 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs The Maisie Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Susan Danseyar (President), Brenton Graveley (Director) and Scott Pitman (Secretary/Tr).
What does The Maisie Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, food and hunger and housing and homelessness.