Elizabeth Raymond Ambler Trust
The Elizabeth Raymond Ambler Trust is a private foundation established in 1998 by the will of Elizabeth Raymond Ambler. Based in Wilton, Connecticut, the Trust operates as a 501(c)(3) organization designated for grantmaking and philanthropy. The foundation pursues two primary activities: awarding scholarships to deserving students and providing grants to eligible organizations in its service area.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$4.7M
-3.1% YoY
Annual Giving
$346K
-17.8% YoY
Grant Count
90
+13.9% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$4K
-27.9% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The Trust was established for the twin purposes of providing scholarships and community grants. Its funding priorities include:
- Education: Scholarships for higher education and specialized technical training
- Human Services: Support for children, youth, and social services
- Community Development: Grants to municipal, religious, charitable, benevolent, and educational organizations
Grantmaking
The Trust makes two categories of grants:
Review Cycle
of March 27, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time.
Grant Types
How to Apply
**Community Grants**: Applications for 2026 became available February 2, 2026, with a deadline of March 27, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Primary: Wilton, Connecticut (first preference for scholarships)
Secondary: Surrounding towns in Connecticut (second preference for scholarships)
Broader Service Area: Connecticut, New York, and New Jersey
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of December 2023:
| Metric | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Assets | $4,869,788 |
| Total Revenue | $327,972 |
| Total Expenses | $593,327 |
| Total Liabilities | $0 |
| Investment Income and Dividends | $66,553 |
| Total Giving | $421,168 |
Grant Activity: The Trust made 32 grants in 2023, totaling approximately $421,168. Median grant size is approximately $5,000, with typical awards ranging from $500 to $25,000.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $4,719,171 | $4,869,788 | $5,135,143 |
| Revenue | $372,911 | $327,972 | $274,101 |
| Expenses | $523,528 | $593,327 | $608,904 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $426,673 | $499,317 | $495,044 |
| Net Investment Income | $279,269 | $233,961 | $168,732 |
| Distributable Amount | $360,119 | $324,101 | $343,795 |
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 2024
Grant Size Distribution
250 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
2 open opportunities from Elizabeth Raymond Ambler Trust
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The following individuals serve as trustees:
- Reverend William L. Sachs
- Dr. David F. Clune
- David K. Clune
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reverend William L Sachs | Trustee | 10 | $54,000 |
| Dr David F Clune | Trustee | 10 | $49,500 |
| David K Clune | Trustee | 10 | $54,000 |
Contact Information
Address: P.O. Box 7266, Wilton, CT 06897
Phone: 203-493-1088
Email: info@amblertrust.org
Website: www.amblertrust.org
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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