Patrick Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Patrick Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $127,500 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $80,000. 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$127,500
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$80,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2025 was up from $106,959 the year before.
28% 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 | $38,750 | 39 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $106,959 | 24 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $127,500 | 21 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
Patrick 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 Patrick Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 10 | $112,500 |
| Florida | 3 | $12,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $1,500 |
| Delaware | 2 | $500 |
| California | 1 | $250 |
| Indiana | 1 | $250 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $250 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Danbury Hospital & New Milford Hospital Foundation | In support of the Digital Health initiative | $80,000 |
| United Way of Western Connecticut Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Sunsystem Development Corporation | General & Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Danbury Hospital & New Milford Hospital Foundation | Murphy Research Endowment Fund | $5,000 |
| Digital Democracy Project | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Rvnahealth Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Ridgefield Library Association Inc | General & Unrestricted | $4,000 |
| Danbury Hospital & New Milford Hospital Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Danbury Grassroots Academy Inc | Charitable Event | $2,500 |
| World Central Kitchen Incorporated | General & Unrestricted | $1,250 |
| American National Red Cross | Texas Flooding | $1,000 |
| Housatonic Habitat for Humanity | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Ostomy Awareness Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Sunsystem Development Corporation | Robotic Surgery Program | $1,000 |
| Central Pennsylvania Food Bank | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
| Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelt | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
| Raspberry Pi Foundation North America Inc | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Delawar | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
| Season of Justice Corporation | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
| The Nemours Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
| Ukraine House DC Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Joanne M Patrick
- John R Patrick
- Tracy L Savitz
Questions people ask
Does Patrick Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Patrick Foundation give?
$127,500 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Patrick Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joanne M Patrick (Trustee), John R Patrick (Trustee) and Tracy L Savitz (Trustee).
What does Patrick Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, human services and education.