Trefoil Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Trefoil Foundation is a private foundation in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. In tax year 2025 it gave $4,500 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $2,000. 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$4,500
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $26,500 the year before.
33% 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 | $19,800 | 13 | $0 |
| 2024 | $26,500 | 21 | $0 |
| 2025 | $4,500 | 3 | $0 |
How to apply
Trefoil 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 Trefoil Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $2,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Episcopal Diocese of Maryland | General Support | $2,000 |
| Order of St John | General Support | $2,000 |
| Granite United Way | General Support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Rev John Miles Evans
- Jeremy Andrew Miles Evans
Questions people ask
Does Trefoil Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Trefoil Foundation give?
$4,500 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Trefoil Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Rev John Miles Evans (Trustee) and Jeremy Andrew Miles Evans (Trustee).
What does Trefoil Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and human services.