Newpol Foundation Inc
Newpol Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Redding, Connecticut. Its 2023 filing states that it was being dissolved as of December 31, 2023, with its remaining assets distributed to the Fidelity Charitable Fund.
Newpol Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: Newpol Foundation Inc gave $153K across 1 grant in 2023 (avg $153K), mostly in Massachusetts. Source: 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2023)
- $153,458
- -94.8% vs 2022
- Grants made (2023)
- 1
- +0.0% vs 2022
- Average grant
- $153,458
- -94.8% vs 2022
- Median grant
- $153,458
- Primary geography
- Massachusetts (100% of itemized 2023 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2023 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2023; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Newpol Foundation Inc
- How to Apply
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The filing describes submitting a written application with the materials listed above and names Stanley Newman as the contact.
- Contact
Application contact: Stanley Newman
Mailing address: 100 Redding Road - Unit 3466, Redding, CT 06896
Phone: (212) 541-5662
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Newpol Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2023
The largest 2023 recipient was Fidelity Charitable Fund ($153K).
Grant Size Distribution
50 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 47 grants of 50 (94%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation’s listed 2023 grant went to the Fidelity Charitable Fund in Massachusetts; the filing reports that 100% of grant dollars went to recipients in Massachusetts.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2023 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
Cities
How Newpol Foundation Inc gives
- Giving fell 28% from 2020 to 2023. Method
- In 2023 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2023, annual grant giving ranged from $153K (2023) to $2.9M (2022). In 2023 it made 1 grant totaling $153K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fidelity Charitable Fund Boston, MA | Various Charities | $153,458 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
The foundation’s filing states that it was being dissolved as of December 31, 2023, and that its remaining assets were distributed to the Fidelity Charitable Fund.
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | — | $72 | $153,458 | $153,458 | 1 | $153,458 | $72 | $3,778 |
| 2022 | $153,386 | $-54,505 | $2,973,303 | $2,934,931 | 1 | $2,934,931 | $40,709 | $87,117 |
| 2021 | $3,216,825 | $214,292 | $203,323 | $185,100 | 29 | $185,100 | $159,069 | $160,067 |
| 2020 | $3,252,896 | $124,248 | $232,899 | $213,600 | 19 | — | $138,028 | $163,584 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Newpol Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $4K for 2023 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2023, the foundation reported one grant totaling $153,458. The sole listed grant was $153,458 to the Fidelity Charitable Fund in Boston, Massachusetts, for “various charities.”
The foundation’s filing says it does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. It describes a written application stating the organization’s purpose, address, telephone number, and contact person, and including a prior-period operating statement and balance sheet and whether the organization is a 501(c)(3). The filing lists restrictions on awards as N/A.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2023 filing lists Stanley Newman as director, president, and treasurer, and Nancy Polikoff as director and secretary.
Newpol Foundation Inc is led by Stanley Newman, Director, President & Treasurer on every filing since 2020; none of the 2 officers listed in 2023 report compensation.
Officers on the 2023 filing
Stanley Newman
Director, President & Treasurer
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Nancy Polikoff
Director & Secretary
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Former officers (2)
- Former: Brian Rosenthal MD (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: George Robertson (2020–2021) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2023. "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 Newpol Foundation Inc
How much does Newpol Foundation Inc give each year?
Newpol Foundation Inc gave $153K across 1 grant in 2023, according to its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2022 it gave $2.9M across 1 grant.
How do I apply for a grant from Newpol Foundation Inc?
The filing describes submitting a written application with the materials listed above and names Stanley Newman as the contact. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
Where does Newpol Foundation Inc make grants?
The foundation’s listed 2023 grant went to the Fidelity Charitable Fund in Massachusetts; the filing reports that 100% of grant dollars went to recipients in Massachusetts.
How much is Newpol Foundation Inc required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2023, Newpol Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $4K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Newpol Foundation Inc's EIN?
Newpol Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 51-0259621. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2023.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2023
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