Long Cove Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Long Cove Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Pittsford, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $671,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $300,000. 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$671,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$10.7 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2025 was down from $676,000 the year before.
43% 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 | $527,000 | 8 | $9.2 million |
| 2024 | $676,000 | 7 | $10.0 million |
| 2025 | $671,000 | 7 | $10.7 million |
How to apply
Long Cove Foundation Inc 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 Long Cove Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 6 | $666,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Nature Conservancy in Maine | General support | $300,000 |
| Island Institute | General support (pledge payment 2 of 4) | $250,000 |
| Downeast Salmon Federation | Diadromous fish monitoring/habitat restoration (pledge payment 2 of 3) | $60,000 |
| Maine Center for Coastal Fisheries | General support | $50,000 |
| Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust | General support | $5,000 |
| Venice Community Housing Corporation | General support | $5,000 |
| Carpenter Boat Shop | General support (pledge payment 2 of 3) | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael J Sant
- Kristin W Sant
Questions people ask
Does Long Cove Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Long Cove Foundation Inc give?
$671,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Long Cove Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael J Sant (Vice President and Secretary) and Kristin W Sant (President and Treasurer).
What does Long Cove Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.