The Copley Fund
Accepts applications
The Copley Fund is a private foundation in Morrisville, Vermont. In tax year 2024 it gave $241,807 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $3,641 and the largest $134,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$241,807
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$3,641
- Largest grant$134,000
- Assets$5.6 million
- New grantees6%
Giving in 2024 was down from $253,589 the year before.
6% of its 2024 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 | $253,589 | 18 | $5.7 million |
| 2024 | $241,807 | 19 | $5.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Richard C Sargent Esq PO Box 696, Morrisville, VT 05661 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (802) 888-2000 |
| What to submit | Letter describing project |
| Deadlines | Before the end of the calendar year |
| Restrictions | Deserving elderly of Lamoille County, Vermont |
What The Copley Fund funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Vermont.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont | 19 | $241,807 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Direct assistance to elderly for housing | $134,000 |
| Lamoille Home Health and Hospice | Assist elderly with homeservices and hospicecare | $16,171 |
| Lamoille County Civic Association | Assist elderly with activitiesWing Center | $15,650 |
| Capstone Community Action | Assist elderlyLamoille County | $14,672 |
| Central Vermont Council on Aging | Support senior centeractivities and case management | $13,987 |
| Lamoille Community Food Share | Assist elderlywith food | $6,934 |
| Lamoille County Meal on Wheels | Assist elderly with food deliveries | $6,391 |
| River Arts | Support of elderlyactivities | $4,890 |
| Johnson Food Shelf | Food supportfor elderly | $3,934 |
| Cambridge Food Shelf | Food supportfor elderly | $3,641 |
| Morristown Centenial Library | Provide activities for elderly | $2,934 |
| Lanpher Memorial Library | Provide activitiesfor elderly | $2,934 |
| Johnson Public Library | Provide activities for elderly | $2,934 |
| Varnum Memorial Library | Provide activitiesfor elderly | $2,934 |
| Stowe Free Library | Provide activities for elderly | $2,934 |
| Glee Merritt Kelley Community Library | Public libraryprograms for elderly | $2,934 |
| Lamoille Adult Day Health Services | Operating supportsenior services | $2,445 |
| United Way of Lamoille Co | Referral for services forelderly | $1,000 |
| Home Share Vermont | Assist elderlywith housing | $488 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard C Sargent Esq
- Mary Ann Wilson
Questions people ask
Does The Copley Fund accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Before the end of the calendar year.
How much does The Copley Fund give?
$241,807 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $3,641.
Who runs The Copley Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Richard C Sargent Esq (Trustee) and Mary Ann Wilson (Trustee).
What does The Copley Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly seniors, housing and homelessness and food and hunger.