Tricoastal Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Tricoastal Foundation is a private foundation in Monroe, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $475,500 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$475,500
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$7.7 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $330,000 the year before.
33% 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 | $569,000 | 17 | $6.8 million |
| 2024 | $330,000 | 13 | $7.0 million |
| 2025 | $475,500 | 18 | $7.7 million |
How to apply
Tricoastal 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 Tricoastal Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 1 | $150,000 |
| Michigan | 6 | $130,500 |
| California | 3 | $60,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $60,000 |
| New York | 2 | $25,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $20,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Save the Children | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $150,000 |
| Wild Rockies Field Institute | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $60,000 |
| Horse North Inc | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $50,000 |
| Groundworks Center for Resilient Communities | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $25,000 |
| Ross Valley Players | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $25,000 |
| Sonoma Equine Rescue Rehab | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $25,000 |
| Traverse City Film Festival | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $25,000 |
| Central Park Conservancy | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $15,000 |
| For Love of Water | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $15,000 |
| On the Ground Global | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $15,000 |
| Arbor Day Fund | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| ASPCA | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Marin Art and Garden Center | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| National Wildlife Federation | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| The Doe Fund | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| World Wildlife | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Glen Lake Fire Department | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Carol Winograd
- Christina Winograd
Questions people ask
Does Tricoastal Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tricoastal Foundation give?
$475,500 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Tricoastal Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Carol Winograd (President) and Christina Winograd (Secretary).
What does Tricoastal Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, environment and conservation and arts and culture.