Eaton Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Eaton Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $104,500 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $6,750 and the largest $40,000. 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$104,500
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$6,750
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$2.2 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $103,000 the year before.
25% 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 | $100,000 | 6 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $103,000 | 7 | $2.0 million |
| 2025 | $104,500 | 8 | $2.2 million |
How to apply
Eaton 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 Eaton Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 6 | $91,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $7,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $6,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tides Institute | Further charitable purposes | $40,000 |
| Maine Center for Costal Fisheries | Further charitable purposes | $30,000 |
| Red Cross | Further charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Rectory School | Further charitable purposes | $7,000 |
| Velocity R Aviation Foundation | Further charitable purposes | $6,500 |
| Healthy Island Project | Further charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Downeast Salmon Federation | Further charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Calais Hospital | Further charitable purposesfurther charitable purposes | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Shelby H Miller
Questions people ask
Does Eaton Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Eaton Foundation give?
$104,500 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $6,750.
Who runs Eaton Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Shelby H Miller (Trustee).
What does Eaton Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.