The Severus Foundation Corp
Preselected recipients only
The Severus Foundation Corp is a private foundation in Kingston, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $309,000 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $120,000. 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$309,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$120,000
- Assets$698,829
- New grantees68%
Giving in 2024 was up from $186,000 the year before.
68% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $186,000 | 8 | $133,695 |
| 2024 | $309,000 | 19 | $698,829 |
How to apply
The Severus Foundation Corp 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 The Severus Foundation Corp funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 1 | $120,000 |
| Massachusetts | 5 | $66,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $40,000 |
| Rhode Island | 5 | $35,000 |
| New York | 4 | $20,500 |
| California | 1 | $12,500 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Calusa Waterkeeper | Unrestricted | $120,000 |
| Bridgewater State University Founda | Unrestricted | $45,000 |
| Child's Play Touring Theatre | Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| Heart Productions Inc | Unrestricted | $12,500 |
| Meteor Films Inc | Unrestricted | $12,500 |
| Clinica Esperanza | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Dorcas International | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Hope House | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Highfiled Hall Garden | Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Providence Community Library | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| RI Community Food Bank | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| We Share the Hope | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Woods Hole Oceanographic Instititue | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Shout House Press | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Marine Biological Laboratory | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Undue Medical Debt | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Town of Esopus Library | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Gardiner Library | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Wilderstein Historic Site | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- David Laties
- Andrew Laties
- Nancy Feresten
Questions people ask
Does The Severus Foundation Corp accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Severus Foundation Corp give?
$309,000 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Severus Foundation Corp?
Its 2024 filing lists David Laties (President), Andrew Laties (Secretary) and Nancy Feresten (Treasurer).
What does The Severus Foundation Corp fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and environment and conservation.