Private foundation · West Simsbury, CT (gives in Tennessee from out of state)
Charter Oak Foundation
In 2024 it gave 1 grant worth $5,000 to Tennessee groups. A typical grant was $5,000 (1 grant).
Takes applications. See how to apply below.
Key facts
- Grants in Tennessee
- 1 totaling $5,000
- Typical grant How we figure this
- $5,000 (1 grant)
- A realistic first ask How we figure this
- About $5,000, its middle Tennessee grant. First-time winners usually get less than repeat ones.
- Where it gives
- Davidson County · plus 16 grants outside Tennessee
- Buildings & equipment
- None of its Tennessee grants in this filing were for buildings or equipment
- Funds new groups? How we figure this
- 100% of the Tennessee groups it funded in 2024 were new (not funded in 2023): 1 of 1.
- Total giving that year
- $101,000
Giving by year
| Tax year | Total grants paid | To Tennessee | Tennessee grants |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $101K | $5,000 | 1 |
| 2023 | $75K | — | 0 |
All grants paid To Tennessee
How to apply
- Contact
- Board Of Directors · West simsbury · (860) 212-2900 · Cynthia@charteroakfoundation.com
- What to send
- Applications should be submitted in writing and should include: 1)your organization's name, age, mission statement, and web address (if applicable); 2) a statement indicating what funding you are requesting and how the monies would be used if granted; 3) the names and titles of your board members; 4) the name of the contact person for directing questions; 5) a clear copy of your irs form 501(c)3; 6) a copy of your most recent budget.
- Deadlines
- Applications are reviewed bi-annually
- Limits
- Organizations should be between two and fifteen years old, and provide counseling, role modeling, mentoring or similar programs. They cannot submit more than one request per 12-month period if awarded during that period. Organizations are capped at $25,000 in lifetime funding or five funded grant applications.
As the foundation reported to the IRS for tax year 2024. Check its website or call before sending anything, because contacts and deadlines change.
Board and officers
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- Cynthia G MarshPresident
- Elizabeth LaneVice president
- Andrew MarshTreasurer
- Luisa K GerasimoDirector
- Allison Marsh AbbottSecretary
- Megan JacksonDirector
- Elizabeth MarshDirector
- Marlon GoulbourneDirector
As listed in its 2024 IRS filing. Many foundations decide through their board, so a personal connection often matters more than a perfect application.
Tennessee organizations it funded
Largest first. Past winners are good people to ask what the foundation looks for. Select a group to see who else funds it.
| Past winner | Where | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Read to Achieve | Nashville, Davidson County | General support | $5,000 |
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