NSB Foundation Inc

The Vermont Community Foundation

Middlebury, VT

The Vermont Community Foundation funds nonprofits and community initiatives in areas including economic equity, education, health, climate and the environment, and community leadership, primarily in Vermont. Its 2024 grants had a median of $18,000, though amounts varied widely; application routes differ by program, and RALI grants are invitation-only, while nonprofits may submit a form to introduce themselves to the Foundation.

United Way of Northwest Vermont Inc

South Burlington, VT

United Way of Northwest Vermont funds local nonprofits addressing basic needs such as housing, food and transportation, as well as family support, mental health, substance misuse and financial stability in Chittenden, Franklin and Grand Isle counties. Its 2025 grants ranged from $7,500 to $84,375, with a median of $16,875; Community Partner Funding was $715,500 shared among 28 organizations. It accepts applications through a review process, but no open unsolicited-request policy is stated.

National Life Group Charitable

Montpelier, VT

National Life Group Charitable primarily funds programs addressing childhood hunger and children’s mental health, with secondary support for community development, especially in central and northern Vermont and the Dallas, Texas area. Its 2024 grants ranged from $20 to $125,000, with a median of $1,040. It accepts online grant applications from January 1 through March 31; sponsorship requests are accepted year-round beginning in January, subject to available funds.

Oakland Foundation Inc

Stowe, VT

The foundation’s 2025 grants supported organizations working in education, health, arts, heritage, recreation, and environmental learning, with most funding going to recipients in West Virginia and Vermont. Grants ranged from $500 to $10,000, with a median of $2,500. It accepts applications from qualified nonprofits and other qualified entities using its application process; the filing lists annual deadlines of March 1, June 1, September 1, and December 1.

The University of Vermont Medical Center

Burlington, VT

The University of Vermont Medical Center’s Community Health Investment Fund supports community health programs addressing community connectedness, mental health and substance use, and healthcare access. Its 2025 grants ranged from $10,000 to $488,014, with a median of $50,000; recent awards went mainly to Vermont organizations, with some in New York. It accepts applications through a competitive process, with rolling review; the profile states the FY27 application opens September 8, 2026.

Antonio B and Rita M Pomerleau

Burlington, VT

The foundation supports charities serving healthy, vital communities, including programs for domestic-violence services, youth, workforce development, and conservation, primarily in Vermont. In 2024, grants ranged from $500 to $150,000, with a median of $10,000. It does not limit grants to preselected organizations; applicants are advised to contact Ernest A. Pomerleau with the request’s purpose and amount.

The Kelsey Trust

Lincoln, MA

The Kelsey Trust funds organizations serving people and protecting the natural environment in the Lake Champlain Basin, primarily in Vermont and also in New York and Massachusetts. Its 2025 grants ranged from $2,500 to $12,500, with a median of $7,750. It accepts unsolicited requests through a letter-of-interest process.

Morgan Family Foundation

Yellow Springs, OH

The Morgan Family Foundation primarily funds social equity in St. Cloud, climate mitigation across Minnesota, and end-of-life issues in central Minnesota, with occasional support elsewhere. Its grants are typically $10,000–$100,000, though awards vary; it is not currently accepting new Social Equity inquiries, and climate and end-of-life grants are by invitation.

Community Bank NA Foundation of New

Williston, VT

Mascoma Bank Foundation

Lebanon, NH

Mascoma Bank Foundation funds capital projects for nonprofits in Mascoma Bank’s lending area, including building and infrastructure improvements, construction, capital campaigns, and major equipment or other capital items. Its capital grants are typically $5,000–$25,000; it accepts unsolicited requests, with proposals considered quarterly.

George W Mergens Foundation

Milton, VT

The foundation funds Vermont nonprofits serving youth, with support for educational and experiential opportunities and related programs that benefit children and families. Its 2025 grants ranged from $800 to $50,000, with a median of $9,130. It accepts unsolicited requests through its online process on a rolling basis.

Louise Judith and Edgar May Foundation

Shelburne, VT

The Louise Judith and Edgar May Foundation funds charitable, religious, scientific, literary, and educational purposes, with 2024 grants supporting Vermont organizations in areas including health care, youth programs, recreation, and community services. Its 2024 grants ranged from $500 to $6,500, with a median of $2,000. It does not restrict giving to preselected organizations; applicants can contact Peter Kunin with a program narrative and requested amount.