Tomkat Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Tomkat Foundation is a private foundation in Mystic, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $88,000 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 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$88,000
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees24%
Giving in 2025 was up from $76,000 the year before.
24% 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 | $68,500 | 13 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $76,000 | 15 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $88,000 | 17 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Tomkat 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 Tomkat Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 10 | $65,500 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $10,000 |
| Rhode Island | 3 | $5,500 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut Publc Broadcasting Netw | Cultural | $25,000 |
| Episcopal Church in CT Joining Jes | Religious | $10,000 |
| St Mark's Episcopal Church | Religious | $8,000 |
| Mystic Seaport | Education | $5,000 |
| Stonehill College Fund | Education | $5,000 |
| Wellesley College | Education | $5,000 |
| Hour Children | Women & children support | $5,000 |
| Community Foundation of E CT | Civil rights | $5,000 |
| Always Home | Shelter | $3,000 |
| La Grua Center | Cultural | $3,000 |
| New England Science & Sailing | Education | $2,500 |
| The Warm Center | Homelessness solutions | $2,500 |
| Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation | Medical | $2,000 |
| Mystic & Noank Public Library | Education | $2,000 |
| Noank Community Support Svc Inc | Shelter | $2,000 |
| Community Musicworks | Education | $2,000 |
| Ocean Community YMCA | Community | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard Chamberlain
- Martha Crum
Questions people ask
Does Tomkat Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tomkat Foundation give?
$88,000 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Tomkat Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard Chamberlain (Co-Trustee) and Martha Crum (Co-Trustee).
What does Tomkat Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and faith communities.