Uncas Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Uncas Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Guilford, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $48,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$48,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$595,661
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2025 was down from $121,000 the year before.
36% 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 | $43,700 | 10 | $512,260 |
| 2024 | $121,000 | 9 | $569,847 |
| 2025 | $48,000 | 11 | $595,661 |
How to apply
Uncas 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 Uncas Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 4 | $19,000 |
| New York | 1 | $11,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $1,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Guilford Foundation | To enrich the quality of life in the town of guilford. | $15,000 |
| Hamilton College | To provide for quality education. | $11,000 |
| Daguerreian Society | To collect premier historic photographs in order to bring together a diverse community united by an interest in early photography. | $5,000 |
| National Gallery of Art | To preserve and showcase art collections for the general public. | $5,000 |
| Smith College | To provide quality education to its students. | $5,000 |
| St Martin de Porres School | To provide education services. | $2,000 |
| Catholic Releif Services | To assist with the poor and vulnerable communities. | $1,000 |
| Friends Center for Children | To provide education for children in the local community. | $1,000 |
| Humana Foundation | To invest its resources to co-create communities where leadership, culture and systems work to improve and sustain positive health outcomes. | $1,000 |
| University of California Regents | To provide quality education to its students. | $1,000 |
| Forward With the Faith Archdiocese of Hartford | To ensure the vitality of local parishes,enhance education and support cathoic charities to meet the evolving needs of the catholic community. | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Walter Lundberg
- Delaney Lundberg
- Theodore Lundberg
- Jean Wright
- James Lundberg
- Katherine Lundberg
Questions people ask
Does Uncas Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Uncas Foundation Inc give?
$48,000 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Uncas Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Walter Lundberg (President), Delaney Lundberg (Secretary), Theodore Lundberg (Treasurer) and Jean Wright (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Uncas Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and faith communities.