The Howard A van Vleck Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Howard A van Vleck Foundation is a private foundation in Lyme, New Hampshire. In tax year 2024 it gave $989,756 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $951,756. 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$989,756
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$951,756
- Assets$0
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $40,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $40,000 | 6 | $843,319 |
| 2024 | $989,756 | 10 | $0 |
How to apply
The Howard A van Vleck 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 The Howard A van Vleck Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 4 | $966,756 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $12,500 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $5,000 |
| Rhode Island | 2 | $4,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | Distribution of remaining assets for charitable purposes | $951,756 |
| Dartmouth Natural Resources Trust | Support for viewing platform in memory of anne van vleck webb | $10,000 |
| Pomperaug River Watershed Coalition | 25th anniversary capital campaign contributon | $10,000 |
| The Montclair Foundation Inc | General support | $5,000 |
| Aquidneck Land Trust | General support | $2,500 |
| Sandy Hook Promise Foundaton | General support | $2,500 |
| Speak for the Trees Boston | General support | $2,500 |
| Community Outreach Group for Landscape Design | General support | $2,500 |
| Norman Bird Sanctuary | General support | $2,000 |
| Cornell University | Support rowing program | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Howard van Vleck Jr
- Eliza E Burden
- Roy T van Vleck
Questions people ask
Does The Howard A van Vleck Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Howard A van Vleck Foundation give?
$989,756 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Howard A van Vleck Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Howard van Vleck Jr (President, Trustee), Eliza E Burden (Secretary, Trustee) and Roy T van Vleck (Treasurer, Trustee).
What does The Howard A van Vleck Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.