The Provident Foundation Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Provident Foundation Trust is a private foundation in Great River, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $40,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $8,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$40,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$8,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$962,452
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $35,000 the year before.
50% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $24,500 | 4 | $646,284 |
| 2022 | $32,000 | 4 | $758,585 |
| 2023 | $35,000 | 4 | $881,934 |
| 2024 | $40,000 | 6 | $962,452 |
How to apply
The Provident Foundation Trust 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 4 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 3 | $14,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $8,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $8,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| More Than Words | To fund programs which empower youth. | $10,000 |
| Charitywater | Fund clean water projects | $10,000 |
| Connecticut Foodshare | To provide nutritious food to people in need. | $8,000 |
| Heifer International | To support farmers and their communities in order to improve the quantity and quality of the goods they produce | $8,000 |
| St Anthony Shrine | Fund spiritual and practical help for those in need | $2,000 |
| 22 Mohawks | Fund assistance to veterans and first responders who need help with navigating the struggles of everyday life. | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Colleen D Cove
- Robert E Dowler
- Clare Dube
- Gregory S Dowler
- Jed Dowler
Questions people ask
Does The Provident Foundation Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Provident Foundation Trust give?
$40,000 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $8,000.
Who runs The Provident Foundation Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Colleen D Cove (Chairperson/Trustee), Robert E Dowler (Trustee), Clare Dube (Trustee) and Gregory S Dowler (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.