The Milford Bank Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Milford Bank Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Milford, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $85,000 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $25,000. 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$85,000
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$806,286
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2025 was up from $30,000 the year before.
39% 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 | $47,250 | 23 | $476,347 |
| 2024 | $30,000 | 25 | $602,011 |
| 2025 | $85,000 | 29 | $806,286 |
How to apply
The Milford Bank 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Milford Bank Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 29 | $85,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Beth Ei Center | Contribution to capital campaign | $25,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Milford | Contribution to endowment fund | $25,000 |
| Emerge Inc | Hud matching funds | $2,500 |
| Milford Prevention Council | Program sustainability | $2,500 |
| Bridges Healthcare Inc | Child outpatient supplies | $2,000 |
| Literacy Volunteers of Southern CT | Educational supplies | $2,000 |
| Sterling House Community Center | Food insecurity programs | $2,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Milford | Club store program/finan literacy | $1,500 |
| First United Church of Christ | Building campaign | $1,500 |
| Foran Hs - Giving Table | Community meals | $1,500 |
| Good Child Development Center | Classroom supplies | $1,500 |
| Jonathan Law Hs Science Olympiad Team | Supplies for science olympiad | $1,500 |
| Pantochino Productions | Teen theater | $1,500 |
| Room 17 Math | Tutoring scholarships | $1,500 |
| Stratford Pal | Youth engagement programs | $1,500 |
| The Storehouse Project | Christmas outreach dining | $1,500 |
| Stratford Library Assoc | Ozobot robot kits | $1,100 |
| Foran Hs - Science Lions | Supplies for science olympiad | $1,000 |
| Freelove Baldwin Stow Chapter Dar | House repairs | $1,000 |
| Friends of the Milford Library | Program funds | $1,000 |
| Purple Pantry Boxes | Home delivery program | $1,000 |
| Stratford Veterans Museum | Educational supplies | $1,000 |
| Team Inc | Tax assistance program | $1,000 |
| West Haven Prevention Council | Community education | $1,000 |
| Foran Hs - Journalism | Magazine printing | $650 |
| Disabled American Veterans | Food & clothing for vets | $500 |
| Foran Hs - Counseling Dept | College prep materials | $500 |
| Prepared 2 Help Inc | Thanks for giving food drive | $500 |
| Milford Historical Society | Educational supplies | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Jorge A Santiago
- David B Rubin
- Michael A Capodanno
- Karuna Kasbawala
- John A Harkins
- Joy Topazian Moore
- Kevin C McGrath
- Peter A Olsen
- David Esposito
- Beverly K Streit
- Michael J Paolini
- Gary L Opin
Questions people ask
Does The Milford Bank Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Milford Bank Foundation Inc give?
$85,000 in tax year 2025, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs The Milford Bank Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Jorge A Santiago (President & Chair), David B Rubin (Board Vice Chair), Michael A Capodanno (Treasurer) and Karuna Kasbawala (Secretary) among 12 officers and trustees.
What does The Milford Bank Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and food and hunger.