The Sterling and Pamela Viets Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Sterling and Pamela Viets Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Warwick, Rhode Island. In tax year 2025 it gave $250,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$250,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$5.2 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2025 was up from $220,000 the year before.
8% 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 | $135,000 | 11 | $4.8 million |
| 2024 | $220,000 | 11 | $4.9 million |
| 2025 | $250,000 | 12 | $5.2 million |
How to apply
The Sterling and Pamela Viets Charitable 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 The Sterling and Pamela Viets Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 4 | $90,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $40,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $40,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $20,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $20,000 |
| New York | 1 | $20,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Valley of Hartford Sterling Viets Scholarship Fund | For scholarship | $30,000 |
| American Cancer Society New England Division | Unrestricted grant | $20,000 |
| American Heart Association | Unrestricted grant | $20,000 |
| Connecticut Freemasons Foundation | Unrestricted grant | $20,000 |
| Knights Templar Eye Foundation | Unrestricted grant | $20,000 |
| Masonic Charity Foundation of Connecticut Masonicare Annual Appeal | Unrestricted grant | $20,000 |
| Monroe County Fire and Rescue Benevolent Association | Unrestricted grant | $20,000 |
| Scottish Rite Benevolent Foundation | Unrestricted grant | $20,000 |
| Shriners Hospital for Children | Unrestricted grant | $20,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Unrestricted grant | $20,000 |
| United Service Organizations | Unrestricted grant | $20,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Unrestricted grant | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Pamela K Viets
- Jason P Marshall
Questions people ask
Does The Sterling and Pamela Viets Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sterling and Pamela Viets Charitable Foundation give?
$250,000 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Sterling and Pamela Viets Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Pamela K Viets (Trustee) and Jason P Marshall (Trustee).
What does The Sterling and Pamela Viets Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.