Winifred M Purdy Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Winifred M Purdy Foundation is a private foundation in Hartford, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $135,500 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$135,500
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2024 was down from $251,000 the year before.
56% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $96,000 | 8 | $1.5 million |
| 2023 | $251,000 | 6 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $135,500 | 9 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
Winifred M Purdy 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 Winifred M Purdy Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Rhode Island.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | 5 | $82,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $50,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jupiter Medical Center Foundation | To assist the recipient in carrying out its charitable purpose. | $50,000 |
| Newport Hospital Foundation | To assist the recipient in carrying out its charitable purpose. | $25,000 |
| Preservation Society of Newport | To assist the recipient in carrying out its charitable purpose. | $25,000 |
| Newport Classical | To assist the recipient in carrying out its charitable purpose. | $12,500 |
| International Yacht Restoration School | To assist the recipient in carrying out its charitable purpose. | $10,000 |
| Sail to Prevail | To assist the recipient in carrying out its charitable purpose. | $10,000 |
| Judicial Watch | To assist the recipient in carrying out its charitable purpose. | $1,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | To assist the recipient in carrying out its charitable purpose. | $1,000 |
| Lindner Center of Hope | To assist the recipient in carrying out its charitable purpose. | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John M Purdy
- Thomas J Filomeno
Questions people ask
Does Winifred M Purdy Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Winifred M Purdy Foundation give?
$135,500 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Winifred M Purdy Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John M Purdy (Trustee) and Thomas J Filomeno (Trustee).
What does Winifred M Purdy Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.