Claremont Savings Bank Foundation
Accepts applications
Claremont Savings Bank Foundation is a private foundation in Claremont, New Hampshire. In tax year 2024 it gave $125,000 in 66 grants; the typical grant was $1,750 and the largest $5,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$125,000
- Number of grants66
- Typical grant$1,750
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees59%
Giving in 2024 was up from $115,000 the year before.
59% 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 | $115,000 | 69 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $125,000 | 66 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Brandy Blackinton PO Box 1600, Claremont, NH 03743 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (603) 542-7711 |
| What to submit | One page application with general information including amount of request, proposed project, proof of 501 (c)(3) status, geographic location, clients served, and number of employees. |
| Deadlines | Applications must be received in May with grants awared June 15. |
| Restrictions | Organization must be a 501 (c)(3) and not discriminate as defined by federal criteria. Priority to the sullivan and windsor counties with secondary consideration to surrounding communities in New Hamphire and Vermont. Size of grants generally range from $500 to $5,000. |
What Claremont Savings Bank Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New Hampshire.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Hampshire | 48 | $95,450 |
| Vermont | 18 | $29,550 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cornish Community Initiative | This grant will fund the renovation of the former Cornish Store into a new library and community center. | $5,000 |
| On Solid Ground | Funding will support the development of a new transitional living facility in Charlestown, NH, designed for youth aging out of foster care or at risk of homelessness in Sullivan County. | $5,000 |
| Claremont Soup Kitchen | The grant will be used to replace the existing rooftop air conditioning system. | $4,500 |
| Community Dental Care of Claremont | The grant will support the expansion by funding additional dental supplies and instruments. | $4,000 |
| Claremont Opera House Inc | Funds will support the purchase of three 4K digital display kiosks. | $3,750 |
| Springfield Family Center Inc | This grant will support SFCs ongoing efforts to combat food insecurity by strengthening their food shelf and meals programs. | $3,750 |
| Claremont Learning Partnership | The grant will sustain and expand the One-4-All Child Care Centers Diaper and Food Project, ensuring every child receives essential nutrition and hygiene support without placing additional financial strain on families. | $3,000 |
| New Hampshire Catholic Charities Inc dba New Hampshire Food Bank | The grant will help purchase nutritious food, providing vital support to children in need across six communities. | $3,000 |
| Springfield Medical Care Systems dba North Star Health | Grant funding will support the enhancement of the Springfield Health Center by outfitting rooms to better accommodate individuals with physical disabilities and mobility challenges, improving access and comfort for all patients. | $3,000 |
| Turning Points Network | Funds will provide emergency essentials such as food, transportation, and communication for survivors during their first month of recovery. | $3,000 |
| West Central Behavioral Health | Funding will be used to provide basic client needs, such as money for laundry, car maintenance, and recreation center passes. | $3,000 |
| West Central Behavioral Health | Funding will support their Childrens Program across offices in Newport, Claremont, and Lebanon, helping to meet basic client needs like laundry assistance, car maintenance, and access to recreational opportunities. | $3,000 |
| Wise | Grant funds will support WISEs Housing Program. | $2,800 |
| Baby Steps Family Assistance Program | Purchase laundry cards, community center passes and essential toiletries to assist families in need | $2,500 |
| Black River Innovation Campus | Grant will help renovate a downtown storefront into a dynamic STEAM and entrepreneurship innovation hub | $2,500 |
| Claremont Senior Center Inc | Funding will be used to replace a small chest freezer with a reach-in freezer and to purchase a new refrigerator. | $2,500 |
| Cover Home Repair | Funds will support the Ramps and Roofs Campaign, which raises money annually to provide critical home repairs for low-income households. | $2,500 |
| Meriden Community Camp co Meriden Congregational Church | The grant will provide scholarships so that all children can attend camp, regardless of their familys financial situation. | $2,500 |
| PathWays of the River Valley | The grant will support a kitchen remodel that enhances accessibility and fosters independence for residents by improving both the physical space and emotional well-being. | $2,500 |
| Claremont Police Department | Funding will support the camps three-part program: Academic, Adventure, and Community Service. This includes a new STEM component and a Healthy Bodies, Healthy Choices unit that promotes positive peer interaction, decision-making, and mental wellness. | $2,500 |
| Springfield Supported Housing Program | Grant funding will provide Welcome Baskets with essentials like utensils, bedding, hygiene products, and cleaning supplies, plus age-appropriate items for children. | $2,500 |
| Sugar River Valley Regional Technical Center | The grant funds were used to launch the SRVRTC Pop-Up Store, an innovative component of the Entrepreneurship program that provides students with hands-on experience in business operations. | $2,500 |
| Town of Charlestown Recreation Department | Grant funds will be used to improve Patch Parks baseball and softball fields, which had not received proper maintenance or new materials for many years. | $2,500 |
| TwinState MakerSpaces Inc | The grant will support energy efficiency improvements at the Claremont MakerSpace through the installation of commercial-grade rolling blinds that reduce summer heat and winter heat loss. | $2,500 |
| Grafton County Senior Citizens Council | The grant will help replace the refrigeration unit at the Lebanon center kitchen to ensure food safety and maintain meal quality. | $2,200 |
| Children's Center of the Upper Valley | Support the addition of natural outdoor materials, climbing logs, garden spaces and sand areas to encourage exploration and sensory play. | $2,000 |
| Health Care & Rehabilitation Services | Funds will establish the CSB Discretionary Fund, a flexible resource for case managers and care coordinators to help clients access essentials such as birth certificates, hygiene products, winter clothing, and medication co-pays. | $2,000 |
| Kroka Expeditions Inc and TC's Pantry LLC | Grant funds will help ensure the 2nd Annual Claremont Cooking & Climbing program is accessible to youth from all income levels. | $2,000 |
| Listen Community Services | This grant will help LISTEN purchase essential food items to ensure they can respond to every community member seeking assistance amid increasing need. | $2,000 |
| Rogue Robots of 4H | Funds will be used to purchase laptops that enable students to participate in competitions such as the First Lego League, RECF Aerial Drone Competition, and SeaPerch. | $2,000 |
| Senior Solutions | Grant funding will help cover the costs of delivering and maintaining vital meal programs. | $2,000 |
| Stevens High School | Grant funding will support the annual Futsal League, a new NFL Flag Football program, essential sports equipment, and an end-of-year trip for the top 10 members with the most community service hours. | $2,000 |
| The Old Fort No 4 Associates Inc DBA The Fort at No 4 | Grant funds were used to support a critical project enhancing the visitor experience by renovating aging bathroom facilities to make them ADA accessible. | $2,000 |
| Bugbee Senior Center | Grant funding will support Locally Yours, a seasonal program that provides free locally grown produce to seniors. | $1,500 |
| Claremont Community Television Inc | Funding will support a series of three educational sessions to guide community members, municipal departments, and nonprofits, especially those with limited resources, in creating and recording effective Public Service Announcements. | $1,500 |
| Richards School | Grant funds will support Project R.A.B.B.I.T. (Read A Book Because Its Terrific), a long-running literacy program that provides each student and teacher at Richards Elementary with at least two new books annually. | $1,500 |
| Got Lunch Newport | This support ensures ongoing assistance to families by providing groceries every other Monday throughout summer vacation and holidays. | $1,200 |
| Best Buddies in New Hampshire | Grant will support the launch of two new school friendship chapters | $1,000 |
| Carter Community Building Association | Grant will support the After School Program and provide scholarships for low-income families | $1,000 |
| Charlestown Area PTA | Purchase a popcorn machine and ice maker for school concession events | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Brandy Blackinton
- Andre Lafreniere
- Kathy Hubert
- Sera Gray
- Tammy Bergeron
- Lynn Smith
Questions people ask
Does Claremont Savings Bank Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Applications must be received in May with grants awared June 15.
How much does Claremont Savings Bank Foundation give?
$125,000 in tax year 2024, across 66 grants, with a typical grant of $1,750.
Who runs Claremont Savings Bank Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Brandy Blackinton (Trustee), Andre Lafreniere (Trustee), Kathy Hubert (Trustee) and Sera Gray (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Claremont Savings Bank Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and human services.