Ann H Symington Foundation Xxxxx6000

CHICAGO, IL EIN: 36-7629228

Ann H Symington Foundation XXXXX6000 is a private foundation based in Chicago, Illinois. Established in 2014, it operates as a 501(c)(3) organization with a single employee and focuses on philanthropic grantmaking across multiple sectors.

Financial Overview

From 2025 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing

Total Assets

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Annual Giving

$465K

-6.2% YoY

Grant Count

-20.0% YoY

Avg Grant Size

$15K

+17.3% YoY

Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated April 2026.

Mission & Focus Areas

The foundation's primary funding areas include:

Education (including higher education)
Human Services
Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking
Obesity Prevention
After School Programs
Mentoring and Tutoring Programs

The foundation also supports specific named funds and scholarships, including the Ann Symington Endowed fund, Knox Fund, Frank Buonanno Scholarship, and El Faro Salute.

Grantmaking

Grant Range

$500–$100,000

Review Cycle

(2025): 45 grants made

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Geographic Focus

Where this funder awards grants

The foundation primarily funds organizations in Maine, Vermont, and Florida.

Grant Distribution by State

Maine $1.8M (69%)

Vermont $307K (12%)

Florida $120K (5%)

Mississippi $89K (3%)

Arizona $70K (3%)

California $70K (3%)

Massachusetts $60K (2%)

Connecticut $57K (2%)

+7 more states

States

Arizona California Connecticut District of Columbia Florida Hawaii Massachusetts Maryland Maine Mississippi New York Rhode Island Texas Vermont Washington

Cities

AUBURNAUGUSTABAR HARBORBOSTONBRADFORDBRISTOLBURLINGTONBaltimoreBarreBostonCAMBRIDGECAMDENCASTINECambridgeCamdenCastineDALLASEast BoothbayFALMOUTHFalmouth

Financial History

Multi-year comparison from IRS filings

As of 2025:

Total assets: $8,709,450
Total revenues: $567,937
Total expenses: $556,271
Number of employees: 1

Revenue

Expenses

Qualifying Distributions

Net Investment Income

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Giving Over Time

Total grant dollars and number of grants per year

Grant Insights

How this funder distributes its grants

Top Recipients

Top 10 recipients in 2025

Grant Size Distribution

198 grants across all recorded years

Giving History

Grant recipients and amounts by year

Among its reported 2025 grants, the largest include Maine Maritime Academy ($100,000), First Congregational Church ($60,000), Midcoast Recreation Center ($50,000).

Recipient	Purpose	Amount
CHILDREN'S MUSEUM AND THEATER OF MAINE PORTLAND, ME	GENERAL	$10,000
MAINEHEALTH PORTLAND, ME	GENERAL	$20,000
MAINE MARITIME ACADEMY CASTINE, ME	ANN SYMINGTON ENDOWED	$100,000
FILMMAKERS COLLABORATIVE MELROSE, MA	GENERAL	$10,000
JACKSON LABORATORY BAR HARBOR, ME	GENERAL	$10,000
UPPER VALLEY HAVEN INC WHITE RIVER JUNCTION, VT	GENERAL	$5,000
BIG ARTS Sanibel, FL	GENERAL	$5,000
THE TELLING ROOM PORTLAND, ME	GENERAL SUPPORT	$5,000
CLINIC FOR REHABILITATION OF WILDLIFE SANIBEL, FL	GENERAL SUPPORT	$10,000
FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH CAMDEN, ME	ANNUAL GIFT AND MINISTER'S	$60,000

Leadership & Key People

Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings

JPMorgan Trust Company of Delaware serves as Vice President.

Compensation Overview

From 2025 IRS filing

From 2025 filing

Name	Title	Hours	Compensation
JANE WATSON STETSON	TRUSTEE	2	—
ARTHUR K WATSON JR	TRUSTEE	2	—
CAROLINE W MORONG	TRUSTEE	2	—
STUART WATSON	ADVISOR	2	—
DAVID WATSON	ADVISOR	2	—
ANN BRESNAHAN	ADVISOR	2	—

Subject Areas

Focus areas based on grantmaking activity

Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Ann H Symington Foundation Xxxxx6000 fund?

The foundation's primary funding areas include: • Education (including higher education) • Human Services • Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking • Obesity Prevention • After School Programs • Mentoring and Tutoring Programs The foundation also supports specific named funds and scholarships, including the Ann Symington Endowed fund, Knox Fund, Frank Buonanno Scholarship, and El Faro Salute.

How do I apply for a grant from Ann H Symington Foundation Xxxxx6000?

**Grant Activity:** • Total annual giving: $465,000 • Typical grant range: $500–$100,000 • Recent grant cycle (2025): 45 grants made **Recent Grants:** • Maine Maritime Academy: $100,000 (Ann Symington Endowed) • Homeworthy: $40,000 (General) • The Center for Cartoon Studies: $20,000 (For Graphic Guide)

Where does Ann H Symington Foundation Xxxxx6000 make grants?

The foundation primarily funds organizations in Maine, Vermont, and Florida.

What size grants does Ann H Symington Foundation Xxxxx6000 award?

In 2025, Ann H Symington Foundation Xxxxx6000 awarded 32 grants totaling $465K — an average of about $15K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.

What is Ann H Symington Foundation Xxxxx6000's EIN?

Ann H Symington Foundation Xxxxx6000's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 36-7629228. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.