Krasnow Family Foundation
Krasnow Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Wilton, Connecticut. Its 2020 Form 990-PF is marked as a final return, indicating that the foundation has terminated or is winding down.
Krasnow Family Foundation at a glance
In short: Krasnow Family Foundation gave $24K across 65 grants in 2020 (avg $373.846), mostly in Connecticut. Source: 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2020)
- $24,300
- Grants made (2020)
- 65
- Average grant
- $374
- Median grant
- $200
- Primary geography
- Connecticut (53% of itemized 2020 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2020 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2020; updated September 2026.
How to apply to Krasnow Family Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Its 2020 filing lists application materials, deadlines, and award restrictions as N/A. Because that filing is marked final, these are not current application instructions.
- Contact
Application contact: Maurice Krasnow
Mailing address: 6 Turtleback Road, Wilton, CT 06897
Phone: (203) 762-8301
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Krasnow Family Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2020
The largest 2020 recipient was Mitchell Farm Equine Retirement ($6K across 2 grants). Together the top 10 received $14K.
Grant Size Distribution
65 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 65 grants of 65 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The largest shares of 2020 grant dollars went to recipients in Connecticut (53%), New York (18%), and the District of Columbia (12%). Recipients in Maryland accounted for 6% and those in Massachusetts for 2%.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2020 grant dollars across all 65 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2020 it made 65 grants totaling $24K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mitchell Farm Equine Retirement Salem, CT | Rescue Animal Care | $3,000 |
| Mitchell Farm Equine Retirement Salem, CT | Rescue Animal Care | $2,500 |
| Wilton Library Association Wilton, CT | Community Programmingcommunity Programmingcommunity Programming | $2,300 |
| Kristine Mann Library New York, NY | Library Preservation | $1,000 |
| Wilton Community Assistance Fund Wilton, CT | Food Pantry, Community Services | $1,000 |
| Memorial Sloan Cancer Ctr Hagerstown, MD | Cancer Research | $1,000 |
| Black Hills Wild Horse Sanctuary Hot Springs, SD | Rescue Animal Care | $500 |
| Heifer International Albert Lea, MN | Comminity Services | $500 |
| Feeding America Washington, DC | Community Services | $500 |
| NAACP Legal Defense Fund New York, NY | Legal Rights Advocacy | $500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $7,155 | $27,597 | $24,300 | 65 | $7,155 | $907 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Krasnow Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $907 for 2020 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2020 grants include support for equine retirement and rescue, library services, senior services, food assistance, cancer research, and legal rights advocacy.
The grantees describe their own work in varied terms. Mitchell Farm Equine Retirement says it provides lifetime sanctuary and care for equines, with ongoing community outreach and education. Wilton Library Association describes its role as providing collections, programs, and services as Wilton’s cultural and lifelong learning center. Stay at Home in Wilton says it offers seniors supportive services, resources, and social and educational programs to help members remain independent and connected. Other supported organizations include Helen Keller International, which describes work on health, nutrition, and vision; World Wildlife Fund, which says it works to conserve nature and reduce threats to biodiversity; and Jacob Burns Film Center, which brings audiences, students, and filmmakers together to experience and learn about film.
Grantmaking
In 2020, the foundation reported 65 grants totaling $24,300. Grants ranged from $50 to $3,000, with a median of $200. Notable grants included $3,000 and $2,500 to Mitchell Farm Equine Retirement; $2,300 to Wilton Library Association; $1,000 each to Kristine Mann Library, Wilton Community Assistance Fund, and Memorial Sloan Cancer Center; and $500 each to Black Hills Wild Horse Sanctuary, Heifer International, Feeding America, NAACP Legal Defense Fund, and Thirteen PBS.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2020 filing lists Maurice Krasnow as president, Leonard Dell as vice president, and Loretta Paulson as secretary.
Krasnow Family Foundation is led by Maurice Krasnow, President on the 2020 filing; none of the 3 officers listed in 2020 report compensation.
Officers on the 2020 filing
Maurice Krasnow
President
New on the 2020 filing
No compensation reported
Leonard Dell
Vice President
New on the 2020 filing
No compensation reported
Loretta Paulson
Secretary
New on the 2020 filing
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Krasnow Family Foundation
How much does Krasnow Family Foundation give each year?
Krasnow Family Foundation gave $24K across 65 grants in 2020, according to its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is Krasnow Family Foundation's typical grant size?
Krasnow Family Foundation's median grant in 2020 was $200, and its average grant was $374, across 65 grants on its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Krasnow Family Foundation give grants?
Krasnow Family Foundation gives mostly in Connecticut: 53% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were New York (18%) and District of Columbia (12%). The most frequent recipient cities were Wilton, CT (16 grants), Washington, DC (12 grants), New York, NY (10 grants) and Salem, CT (2 grants).
Does Krasnow Family Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2020: none of the 65 grants with a stated purpose on Krasnow Family Foundation's 2020 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Rescue Animal Care" (6 grants), "Community Services" (5 grants) and "Emergency Services" (4 grants).
Who are Krasnow Family Foundation's largest grantees?
Krasnow Family Foundation's largest 2020 grantees include Mitchell Farm Equine Retirement ($5,500 across 2 grants), Wilton Library Association ($2,500 across 2 grants) and Kristine Mann Library ($1,000), according to its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 37% of its itemized 2020 grant dollars.
What does Krasnow Family Foundation fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2020 grants include support for equine retirement and rescue, library services, senior services, food assistance, cancer research, and legal rights advocacy. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Krasnow Family Foundation?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
How much is Krasnow Family Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2020, Krasnow Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $907 on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Krasnow Family Foundation's EIN?
Krasnow Family Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 36-4467697. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020.
Does Krasnow Family Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS May 3, 2021)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal year 2020
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