Towanda Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Towanda Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $514,750 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $249,750. 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$514,750
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$249,750
- Assets$10.1 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2024 was up from $140,200 the year before.
42% 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 | $0 | 0 | $50,000 |
| 2023 | $140,200 | 9 | $6.0 million |
| 2024 | $514,750 | 12 | $10.1 million |
How to apply
Towanda 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 Towanda Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $259,750 |
| California | 6 | $185,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $25,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $25,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $10,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Omega Institute for Holistic Studies Inc | General & Unrestricted | $249,750 |
| The Film Collaborative Inc | Funds to be designated for a documentary film currently titled "Disclosure 2" | $100,000 |
| Appalachian Mountain Club | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Groundswell Fund | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| NA Ah Illahee Fund | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Earth Island Institute Inc | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Sustainable Ocean Alliance Inc | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Billion Oyster Project | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Clean Ocean Action Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Greenwave Organization Corp | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Surfrider Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| The Coral Reef Alliance | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ryan Hinkle
- Sara Hinkle
Questions people ask
Does Towanda Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Towanda Foundation give?
$514,750 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Towanda Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ryan Hinkle (Treas, Dir, Sec) and Sara Hinkle (Dir, Pres).
What does Towanda Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.