Fonda Improvement Society
Preselected recipients only
Fonda Improvement Society is a private foundation in Fonda, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $134,446 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $2,512 and the largest $124,400. 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$134,446
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$2,512
- Largest grant$124,400
- Assets$0
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $4,428 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2,985 | 6 | $144,556 |
| 2024 | $4,428 | 6 | $145,636 |
| 2025 | $134,446 | 6 | $0 |
How to apply
Fonda Improvement Society 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 | 3 | $134,423 |
| Georgia | 1 | $13 |
| Indiana | 2 | $10 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Frothingham Free Library | Court ordered annuity | $124,400 |
| United Methodist Church | Court ordered annuity | $5,013 |
| Treasurer Fonda Reformed | Court ordered annuity | $5,010 |
| Board of Pensions of | Court ordered annuity | $13 |
| Commission on Ecumenical | Court ordered annuity | $5 |
| Prespyterian Board of | Court ordered annuity | $5 |
Officers and trustees
- Judith N Kelly
- Julie Araujo
Questions people ask
Does Fonda Improvement Society accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Fonda Improvement Society give?
$134,446 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $2,512.
Who runs Fonda Improvement Society?
Its 2025 filing lists Judith N Kelly (President&secretary) and Julie Araujo (VP & Treasurer).