Apple Pickers Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Apple Pickers Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $468,500 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $75,000. 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$468,500
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$15.3 million
- New grantees55%
Giving in 2024 was down from $501,970 the year before.
55% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $501,970 | 18 | $13.8 million |
| 2024 | $468,500 | 21 | $15.3 million |
How to apply
Apple Pickers 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 Apple Pickers Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 12 | $257,500 |
| California | 1 | $75,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $61,000 |
| New Hampshire | 2 | $40,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $27,500 |
| Rhode Island | 2 | $7,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| City Seed Inc | To kickstart planning for the new Food Hub at 162 James St | $75,000 |
| Tidepool Project | General & Unrestricted | $75,000 |
| Adam J Lewis Academy Inc | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Root NS Inc | to fund the Farestart consulting project | $36,000 |
| Compassion and Choices | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Fairfield Countys Community Foundation Inc | To support the Civics Engagement Initiative | $25,000 |
| Handel House Foundation of America Inc | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Housatonic Community College Foundation Inc | To support the Housatonic Museum of Art, to help the conservation of the existing collection artwork and the rest to acquisition of new work | $25,000 |
| The Forman School Inc | For The EF Coaching Training Program | $25,000 |
| Gitameit Friends USA | General & Unrestricted | $22,500 |
| Cocoa Farming Future Initiative | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Connecticut News Project Inc | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Fairfield Police Foundation CT Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Kids Empowered by Your Support Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Mercy Learning Center of Bridgeport Incorporated | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Farm Fresh Rhode Island | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Gitameit Friends USA | For music teacher training in Myanmar | $5,000 |
| Integrated Refugee & Immigrant Services Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Mystic Chamber Music Series Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Cross Mills Public Library | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Music Haven Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- John Warburg
- Michael Warburg
Questions people ask
Does Apple Pickers Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Apple Pickers Foundation give?
$468,500 in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Apple Pickers Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John Warburg (Trustee) and Michael Warburg (Trustee).
What does Apple Pickers Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and community development.