The William and Alice Mortensen Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The William and Alice Mortensen Foundation is a private foundation in West Hartford, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $716,418 in 57 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $60,000. 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$716,418
- Number of grants57
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$17.4 million
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2025 was up from $696,076 the year before.
32% 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 | $783,507 | 72 | $15.4 million |
| 2024 | $696,076 | 53 | $16.4 million |
| 2025 | $716,418 | 57 | $17.4 million |
How to apply
The William and Alice Mortensen Foundation 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 William and Alice Mortensen Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 56 | $711,418 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Real Art Ways | Program assistance | $60,000 |
| Charter Oak Cultural Center | Program assistance | $50,000 |
| Uconn Foundation | Program assistance | $50,000 |
| First Night Hartford | Program assistance | $30,000 |
| Hartford Public Library | Program assistance | $26,020 |
| Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art | Program assistance | $20,000 |
| New England Air Museum | Program assistance | $17,500 |
| New Britain Museum of Art Inc | Program assistance | $15,587 |
| Connecticut Science Center | Program assistance | $15,466 |
| Elizabeth Park Conservancy Inc | Program assistance | $15,000 |
| South Park Inn | Program assistance | $15,000 |
| New Horizons Inc | Program assistance | $15,000 |
| Connecticut Public Broadcasting Network | Program assistance | $15,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Hartford | Program assistance | $13,740 |
| Fresh Start Pallet Inc | Program assistance | $12,500 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Connecticut | Program assistance | $12,000 |
| Church of St Peter Claver | Program assistance | $11,380 |
| American Red Cross CT Chapter | Program assistance | $10,000 |
| Connectikids Inc | Program assistance | $10,000 |
| Cris Radio | Program assistance | $10,000 |
| CT Museum of Culture & History | Program assistance | $10,000 |
| Forge City Works | Program assistance | $10,000 |
| Hartford Promise | Program assistance | $10,000 |
| Hartford Stage | Program assistance | $10,000 |
| Healing Meals Foundation Corporation | Program assistance | $10,000 |
| Klingberg Family Services | Program assistance | $10,000 |
| Mark Twain House | Program assistance | $10,000 |
| Oak Hill | Program assistance | $10,000 |
| Operation Fuel Inc | Program assistance | $10,000 |
| The Village for Children and Families | Program assistance | $10,000 |
| 4-H Education Center Auer Farm | Program assistance | $10,000 |
| Aurora Women and Girls Foundation | Program assistance | $10,000 |
| Noah Webster House Museum | Program assistance | $10,000 |
| Holy Family Retreat Center | Program assistance | $10,000 |
| Bridge Family Center Inc | Program assistance | $10,000 |
| Connecticut Humane Society | Program assistance | $10,000 |
| Web-Deane-Sevens Museum | Program assistance | $10,000 |
| Foodshare Inc | Program assistance | $9,000 |
| Hands on Hartford | Program assistance | $8,848 |
| Northwest Catholic High School | Program assistance | $8,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Tim Covello
- Suzanne Giuffrida
- Dr Ellen W Solek
- Rodney Mortensen
Questions people ask
Does The William and Alice Mortensen Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The William and Alice Mortensen Foundation give?
$716,418 in tax year 2025, across 57 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The William and Alice Mortensen Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Tim Covello (President), Suzanne Giuffrida (Vice President), Dr Ellen W Solek (Secretary) and Rodney Mortensen (Director).
What does The William and Alice Mortensen Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, youth programs and education.