Vincent & Marie Eckstein Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Vincent & Marie Eckstein Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Towaco, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $3,300 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $1,000. 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$3,300
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$1,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1,600 the year before.
75% of its 2025 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 | $1,300 | 3 | $0 |
| 2024 | $1,600 | 3 | $0 |
| 2025 | $3,300 | 5 | $0 |
How to apply
Vincent & Marie Eckstein Charitable Trust 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $2,000 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $800 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Olmm Church | Religious | $1,000 |
| American Legion | General purpose | $500 |
| Monroe NH Public Library | Educational | $500 |
| Boy Scouts | General purpose | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- Abigail Putnam
- Elaine Putnam
- Anita Eckstein
- Nathaniel Putnam
Questions people ask
Does Vincent & Marie Eckstein Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Vincent & Marie Eckstein Charitable Trust give?
$3,300 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Vincent & Marie Eckstein Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Abigail Putnam (Trustee), Elaine Putnam (Trustee), Anita Eckstein (Trustee) and Nathaniel Putnam (Trustee).