The Philmoney Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Philmoney Trust is a private foundation in Providence, Rhode Island. In tax year 2025 it gave $574,000 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $69,500. 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$574,000
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$69,500
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees52%
Giving in 2025 was down from $622,750 the year before.
52% 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 | $303,500 | 19 | $902,923 |
| 2024 | $622,750 | 22 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $574,000 | 25 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
The Philmoney 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.
What The Philmoney Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Rhode Island.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | 16 | $327,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $69,500 |
| California | 1 | $65,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $47,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $40,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maine | 2 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Vernon Ladies' Association of the Union | General support | $69,500 |
| International Documentary Foundation | General support | $65,000 |
| Crossroads Rhode Island | General support | $60,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Providence | General support | $50,000 |
| Society of the Cincinnati Inc | General support | $47,000 |
| Holt-Elwell Memorial Foundation | General support | $40,000 |
| Nature Conservancy | General support | $40,000 |
| Rhode Island Historical Society | General support | $27,500 |
| Preserve Rhode Island | General support | $25,000 |
| 1928 Foundation | General support | $20,000 |
| Hope Club Preservation Fund | General support | $20,000 |
| Rhode Island Zoological Society | General support | $20,000 |
| Fox Point Neighborhood Assoc | General support | $10,000 |
| Liberty Baptist Church | General support | $10,000 |
| Mile of History Association | General support | $10,000 |
| Nathaniel Greene Homestead | General support | $10,000 |
| Newport Historical Society | General support | $10,000 |
| Providence Public Library | General support | $10,000 |
| Clambake Club of Newport | General support | $5,000 |
| Halcyon Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Historica Charleston | General support | $5,000 |
| Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra & Music School | General support | $5,000 |
| Rhode Island School of Design | General support | $5,000 |
| Trinity Church | General support | $2,500 |
| York Harbor Reading Room Foundation | General support | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Frank Mauran IV
- Elizabeth Rollins Mauran
- Robert Gaumont
Questions people ask
Does The Philmoney Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Philmoney Trust give?
$574,000 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Philmoney Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Frank Mauran IV (Trustee), Elizabeth Rollins Mauran (Trustee) and Robert Gaumont (Trustee).
What does The Philmoney Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and faith communities.