The Order of Colonial Lords
Preselected recipients only
The Order of Colonial Lords is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $39,500 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $3,500. 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$39,500
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$3,500
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2025 was up from $35,500 the year before.
10% 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 | $45,050 | 20 | $930,274 |
| 2024 | $35,500 | 19 | $978,278 |
| 2025 | $39,500 | 21 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
The Order of Colonial Lords 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 The Order of Colonial Lords funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 14 | $25,500 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $4,500 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $4,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $3,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $2,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Society of Colonial Dames of America in the State of Ny | General support | $3,500 |
| Fraunces Tavern Museum | General support | $3,000 |
| Mount Gulian Historic Site | General support | $3,000 |
| New England Historic Genealogical Society | General support | $3,000 |
| New York Genealogical & Biographical Society | General support | $3,000 |
| Princeton Battlefield Society | General support | $3,000 |
| Glebe House Museum & Gertrude Jekyll Garden | General support | $2,000 |
| Manor Conservancy | General support | $2,000 |
| National Society Colonial Dames of America - CT | General support | $2,000 |
| Smithtown Historical Society | General support | $2,000 |
| Smithtown Library | General support | $2,000 |
| Merchants & Drovers Tavern Museum Association | General support | $1,500 |
| Raynham Hall Museum | General support | $1,500 |
| New Netherland Institute | General support | $1,500 |
| Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum | General support | $1,000 |
| Bellport-Brookhaven Historical Society | General support | $1,000 |
| Bowne House Historial Society | General support | $1,000 |
| Colonial Dames of America | General support | $1,000 |
| Dyckman Farmhouse Museum | General support | $1,000 |
| Long Island Museum | General support | $1,000 |
| Priory in the United States of America of the Order of St John | General support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Ian H Fraser
- Leighton H Coleman III
- D Roger B Liddell
- Joan Rockwell Gifford
Questions people ask
Does The Order of Colonial Lords accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Order of Colonial Lords give?
$39,500 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Order of Colonial Lords?
Its 2025 filing lists Ian H Fraser (Treasurer), Leighton H Coleman III (President), D Roger B Liddell (Chair Finance Committee) and Joan Rockwell Gifford (Secretary).
What does The Order of Colonial Lords fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and environment and conservation.