The Reach Foundation
Accepts applications
The Reach Foundation is a private foundation in Farmington, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $61,855 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $10,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$61,855
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$50,067
- New grantees77%
Giving in 2025 was up from $46,337 the year before.
77% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $39,652 | 10 | $91,773 |
| 2024 | $46,337 | 13 | $64,511 |
| 2025 | $61,855 | 18 | $50,067 |
How to apply
| Contact | Harold Mark Wilson 1027 Farmington Avenue, Suite 202, Farmington, CT 06032 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (860) 676-1027 |
| What to submit | Written |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Reach Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 10 | $41,105 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $10,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $5,000 |
| California | 1 | $2,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $500 |
| Indiana | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Make A Wish Foundation | Support for children | $10,000 |
| Make A Wish Foundation | Support for children | $10,000 |
| Active City | Support for youth programs | $5,000 |
| Andrew Lawson Foundation | Support for underserved youth | $5,000 |
| Connecticut Rush Basketball | Support for youth | $5,000 |
| Folds of Honor | Support to military families | $5,000 |
| Wilson Gray YMCA | Community support | $3,000 |
| Musicians on Call | Support for patients | $2,500 |
| Mount Holyoke College | Support for education | $2,500 |
| Mount Holyoke College | Support for education | $2,500 |
| Project Child Save | Support for children | $2,500 |
| Wilson Gray YMCA | Support for youth programs | $2,500 |
| Wilson Gray YMCA | Community support | $2,500 |
| Connecticut Rush Basketball | Support for youth | $2,000 |
| Covenant to Care | Support for children | $1,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Support for medical research | $500 |
| Fight for Life Foundation | Support for underserved youth | $250 |
| St Mark's Meals | Support for families | $105 |
Officers and trustees
- Harold Mark Wilson
- Wendy J Wilson
- Jane Finleon
- Pamela Steeves
Questions people ask
Does The Reach Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Reach Foundation give?
$61,855 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Reach Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Harold Mark Wilson (President), Wendy J Wilson (Vice-Preside), Jane Finleon (Secretary/Tr) and Pamela Steeves (Director).
What does The Reach Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, human services and education.