South Meadow Foundation
Preselected recipients only
South Meadow Foundation is a private foundation in Bennington, Vermont. In tax year 2025 it gave $169,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$169,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$3.7 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2025 was down from $170,000 the year before.
39% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $152,000 | 20 | $3.2 million |
| 2024 | $170,000 | 12 | $3.4 million |
| 2025 | $169,000 | 13 | $3.7 million |
How to apply
South Meadow 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 South Meadow Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Vermont.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont | 7 | $89,000 |
| New York | 3 | $35,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $25,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $15,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Germantown Friends School | General fund | $25,000 |
| Rosenwald Park Campaign | General fund | $25,000 |
| Southern Vermont Art Center | General fund | $25,000 |
| The Biker Hub | General fund | $25,000 |
| Vycc | General fund | $20,000 |
| Centurion | General fund | $15,000 |
| Solomon Wright Public Library | General fund | $10,000 |
| Bennington Aces | General fund | $5,000 |
| RVC Friends of MLK | General fund | $5,000 |
| St Jerome Institute | General fund | $5,000 |
| Trustees of Columbia University | General fund | $5,000 |
| Fund for N Bennington | General fund | $2,000 |
| Park-McCullough House | General fund | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Margaret Cardner
Questions people ask
Does South Meadow Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does South Meadow Foundation give?
$169,000 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs South Meadow Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Margaret Cardner (Trustee).
What does South Meadow Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and environment and conservation.