The Vervane Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Vervane Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Cos Cob, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $956,353 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $150,000. 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$956,353
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$10.3 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.8 million the year before.
38% 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 | $1.8 million | 15 | $10.4 million |
| 2024 | $956,353 | 16 | $10.3 million |
How to apply
The Vervane 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 Vervane Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $225,000 |
| Washington | 2 | $220,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $150,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $100,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $100,000 |
| Alaska | 1 | $50,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $50,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $50,000 |
| New York | 2 | $9,428 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $1,925 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pawnee Seed Preservation Society | Charitable donation | $150,000 |
| Grist Magazine Inc | Charitable donation | $120,000 |
| Colorado Plateau Foundation | Charitable donation | $100,000 |
| NA Ahillahee Fund | Charitable donation | $100,000 |
| The Cultural Conservancy | Charitable donation | $100,000 |
| Kindle Project | Charitable donation | $100,000 |
| Alaska Venture Fund | Charitable donation | $50,000 |
| California Heritage Indigenous Research Project (Chirp) | Charitable donation | $50,000 |
| Tule River Indian Tribe | Charitable donation | $50,000 |
| Yale University | Charitable donation | $50,000 |
| Northeast Native Network of Kinship | Charitable donation | $50,000 |
| Sierra Seed | Charitable donation | $25,000 |
| Environmental Grantmakers Association | Charitable contribution | $8,208 |
| Seed Commons | Charitable donation | $1,220 |
| Land Trust Alliance | Charitable donation | $1,095 |
| Exponent Philanthropy | Charitable donation | $830 |
Officers and trustees
- Josephine A Merck
- Oona M Coy
- Suzette Dewey
Questions people ask
Does The Vervane Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Vervane Foundation Inc give?
$956,353 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs The Vervane Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Josephine A Merck (President), Oona M Coy (Treasurer) and Suzette Dewey (Secretary).
What does The Vervane Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and arts and culture.