River Farm America Foundation
Preselected recipients only
River Farm America Foundation is a private foundation in Saratoga Springs, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $850,000 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$850,000
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$21.5 million
- New grantees5%
Giving in 2025 was up from $617,000 the year before.
5% 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 | $635,000 | 23 | $15.0 million |
| 2024 | $617,000 | 22 | $17.5 million |
| 2025 | $850,000 | 21 | $21.5 million |
How to apply
River Farm America 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 River Farm America Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 19 | $775,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $50,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Children's Museum at Saratoga | General charitable purposes | $200,000 |
| Equine Advocates | General charitable purposes | $195,000 |
| Franklin Community Center | General charitable purposes | $50,000 |
| Wellesley College | General charitable purposes | $50,000 |
| Wellspring of Saratoga | General charitable purposes | $50,000 |
| Jake's Help From Heaven | General charitable purposes | $30,000 |
| Rebuilding Together - Sarasota County | General charitable purposes | $30,000 |
| Whiskers Animal Benevolant League | General charitable purposes | $30,000 |
| Saratoga History Museum | General charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation | General charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Shelters of Saratoga | General charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Old Friends of Cabin Creek | General charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Uoc Odyssey Program | General charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Regional Food Bank of Ny | General charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Albany Therapetic Riding Center | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| North Shore Animal League | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Saratoga Plan | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Saratoga Sponsor A Scholar | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Second Chance Thoroughbreds | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Friends of Saratoga County Animal Shelter | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark Haworth
- Elisa Anne Haworth
Questions people ask
Does River Farm America Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does River Farm America Foundation give?
$850,000 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs River Farm America Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mark Haworth (Trustee) and Elisa Anne Haworth (Trustee).
What does River Farm America Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, arts and culture and education.