The Putnam Area Foundation
Accepts applications
The Putnam Area Foundation is a private foundation in Putnam, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $85,670 in 31 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $15,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$85,670
- Number of grants31
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$2.4 million
- New grantees58%
Giving in 2024 was up from $67,450 the year before.
58% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $54,986 | 22 | $2.0 million |
| 2023 | $67,450 | 25 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $85,670 | 31 | $2.4 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Thomas A Borner President 155 Providence Street, PO Box 166, Putnam, CT 06260 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (860) 928-2429 |
| What to submit | Written request |
| Restrictions | The geographic area of putnam, ct and surrounding towns. |
What The Putnam Area Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 31 | $95,670 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Aspinock Historical Society | Donation/conservaton | $15,000 |
| Theater of Northeastern CT | Donation | $10,000 |
| Town of Putnam (Mural Art Project) | Donation | $10,000 |
| Woodstock Agricultural Society | Donation | $10,000 |
| Community Cultural Committee Nect | Donation | $5,500 |
| Hale YMCA Youth & Family Center | Youth activity sponsorship | $5,000 |
| Jolly John's Keep on Truckin Fund | Donation | $5,000 |
| Town of Putnam (Recreational Dept) | Donation | $5,000 |
| Trustees of Roseland Park | Donation | $5,000 |
| Daily Bread Food Pantry | Donation | $3,200 |
| Northeast CT Education Foundation | Donation | $2,500 |
| Quiet Corner Garden Club | Donation | $2,500 |
| QVCC Foundation Inc | Tackle the trail | $2,500 |
| Town of Putnam (Arts Council) | Arts, crafts & festival | $2,000 |
| Town of Putnam | Donation | $1,800 |
| Arc Emporium | Donation | $1,500 |
| Putnam Rotary | Donation | $1,500 |
| Day Kimball Hospital Foundation | Donation | $1,250 |
| Northeast CT Cancer Crusadersfund | Cancer research/care | $1,000 |
| Teeg (Thompson Ecumenical Empowerm) | Donation | $1,000 |
| Veterans of Foreign Wars | Donation | $1,000 |
| American Legion Post 13 | Donation | $800 |
| CT Audubon Society | Donation | $600 |
| YMCA Hale Youth & Family Center | Donation | $500 |
| Danielson Veterans Cofee House | Donation | $250 |
| Putnam Lions Foundation | Donation | $250 |
| Town of Woodstock (Recreation Dept) | Donation | $250 |
| Womans Board Day Kimball Hospital | Donation | $250 |
| Paws Cat Shelter | Donation | $200 |
| Windham Area Arts Colaborative | Donation | $200 |
| Putnam Business Association | Donation | $120 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas A Borner
- Richard A Loomis
- Paul M Kelly
- Jitendra Sinha
- Charles H Puffer
- Kyle F Borner
Questions people ask
Does The Putnam Area Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Putnam Area Foundation give?
$85,670 in tax year 2024, across 31 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs The Putnam Area Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Thomas A Borner (President), Richard A Loomis (VP & Treasur), Paul M Kelly (Director) and Jitendra Sinha (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Putnam Area Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, environment and conservation and human services.