Elizabeth M Pfriem Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Elizabeth M Pfriem Foundation is a private foundation in Rye Brook, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.5 million in 33 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $400,000. 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$2.5 million
- Number of grants33
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$400,000
- Assets$46.6 million
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.0 million the year before.
35% of its 2024 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 | $2.0 million | 25 | $46.9 million |
| 2024 | $2.5 million | 33 | $46.6 million |
How to apply
Elizabeth M Pfriem 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Elizabeth M Pfriem Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 33 | $2.5 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bridgeport Hospital Foundation | Neurovascular center for excellence | $400,000 |
| Center for Family Justice | Pathways to hope | $300,000 |
| Wakeman Memorial Association | Madison avenue capital campaign | $250,000 |
| Peak Academy Inc | To support children & families | $160,000 |
| Park City Initiative Corp | Food and feeding programs | $150,000 |
| Discovery Museum Inc | To support children & families | $148,500 |
| Barnum Festival PT Barnum Foundation Inc | General support | $100,000 |
| Housatonic Community College Foundation | Equity project | $100,000 |
| Catholic Charities of Fairfield County | General support | $100,000 |
| Center for Family Justice | New van and operating costs | $75,000 |
| Wakeman Memorial Association | General support | $75,000 |
| Leaps of Faith Water Ski Club | Support for the disabled | $68,253 |
| McGivney Community Center Inc | Financial literacy program | $62,500 |
| Kolbe Cathedral High School | Lunch fund | $60,000 |
| Bridgeport Rescue Mission | Food and feeding programs | $50,000 |
| Foundations in Education Inc | Education grant | $50,000 |
| Nourish Bridgeport | Staff support | $50,000 |
| Nourish Bridgeport | General support | $50,000 |
| Team Woofgang & Co Inc | Support for the disabled | $30,000 |
| Cardinal Shehan Center | Tutoring project | $30,000 |
| Mercy Learning Center of Bridgeport Inc | General support | $25,000 |
| Nourish Bridgeport | Babysitting center | $25,000 |
| Applied Behavioral Rehabilitation Institute | General support | $25,000 |
| Caroline House Inc | Mother and child literacy program | $25,000 |
| Connecticut Institute for Refugees and Immigrants Inc | General support | $25,000 |
| Filling in the Blanks Inc | Food and feeding programs - bridgeport schools | $15,000 |
| Hall Neighboorhood Homes Inc | Education grant | $15,000 |
| Livefree Inc | To support children & families | $15,000 |
| Urban Impact of Black Rock Inc | Education grant | $15,000 |
| Connecticut Ballet Inc | To support the arts | $10,000 |
| Curtain Call Inc | To support the arts | $10,000 |
| Read to Grow | General support | $10,000 |
| United Congregational Church | General support | $8,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Anthony V Montalto
- Earl Shook
- James Stewart
Questions people ask
Does Elizabeth M Pfriem Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Elizabeth M Pfriem Foundation give?
$2.5 million in tax year 2024, across 33 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Elizabeth M Pfriem Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Anthony V Montalto (Executive Director and Trustee), Earl Shook (Trustee) and James Stewart (Trustee).
What does Elizabeth M Pfriem Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and youth programs.