The Kenneth M Seymour Jr
The Kenneth M Seymour Jr is a private foundation based in Norwich, Connecticut. Its 2026 filing reports grants to individuals for purposes naming universities and colleges.
The Kenneth M Seymour Jr at a glance
In short: The Kenneth M Seymour Jr gave $11K across 16 grants in 2026 (avg $684.375), mostly in Connecticut. Source: 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2026)
- $10,950
- -50.1% vs 2025
- Grants made (2026)
- 16
- -11.1% vs 2025
- Average grant
- $684
- -43.9% vs 2025
- Median grant
- $500
- Total assets
- $240,717
- +1.5% vs 2025
- Primary geography
- Connecticut (100% of itemized 2026 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2026; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Kenneth M Seymour Jr
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds; it states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations.
- Contact
Mailing address: 290 Salem Turnpike, Norwich, CT 06360
Phone: (860) 859-4308
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Kenneth M Seymour Jr funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2026
The largest 2026 recipient was Maria Amisano ($2K). Together the top 10 received $8K.
Organizations only. It also paid 2 grants to individuals ($1,500), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
83 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 83 grants of 83 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
All grant dollars reported for 2026 went to recipients in Connecticut.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2026 grant dollars across all 16 itemized grants.
Cities
How The Kenneth M Seymour Jr gives
- Giving held roughly steady from 2023 to 2026 (+13%). Method
- In 2026 it paid out 88% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. 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 2026, annual grant giving ranged from $10K (2023) to $43K (2022). In 2026 it made 16 grants totaling $11K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maria Amisano East Granby, CT | University of South Carolina | $1,500 |
| Genevieve Corricelli East Granby, CT | Flordia State | $1,000 |
| Sreekithana Kolla East Granby, CT | UCONN | $1,000 |
| Killan Lizon East Granby, CT | WCSU | $1,000 |
| Leilary Sanchez East Granby, CT | University of St Joseph | $1,000 |
| 2 grants to individuals Recipients not named | — | $1,500 |
| Alexa Bednarz East Granby, CT | Sacred Heart University | $500 |
| Benjamin Guthrie East Granby, CT | CCSU | $500 |
| Lucas Kleinman East Granby, CT | Keene State | $500 |
| Hansika Lenkala East Granby, CT | Washington and Lee | $500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $240,717 | $21,077 | $18,313 | $10,950 | 16 | $14,751 | $19,015 | $16,752 |
| 2025 | $237,250 | $17,508 | $29,828 | $21,954 | 18 | $25,905 | $14,985 | $15,338 |
| 2024 | $249,570 | $20,145 | $37,482 | $33,529 | 17 | $34,421 | $18,384 | $17,983 |
| 2023 | $266,907 | $1,926 | $14,173 | $9,700 | 12 | $11,002 | $8,144 | $17,399 |
| 2022 | $279,154 | $31,691 | $50,615 | $42,840 | 20 | $47,337 | $29,641 | $19,338 |
| 2021 | $298,078 | $11,257 | $26,201 | $21,400 | 9 | — | $9,183 | $20,112 |
| 2020 | $313,022 | $4,879 | $27,813 | $20,960 | 8 | — | $11,700 | $18,770 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Kenneth M Seymour Jr reported a distributable amount of $17K for 2026 — 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 2026, the foundation reported 16 grants totaling $10,950. Grant amounts ranged from $225 to $1,500, with a median of $500. The largest reported grant was $1,500 for the University of South Carolina. Other grants of $1,000 each named Florida State, UConn, WCSU, the University of St. Joseph, and Merrimack College.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Dime Bank is listed as trustee on the 2026 filing.
The Kenneth M Seymour Jr's only listed officer is Dime Bank, Trustee on every filing since 2020 (compensated).
Officers on the 2026 filing
Dime Bank
Trustee
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
$4K (2020) → $4K (2026)
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2026. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2026 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2026 filing was $4K, to Dime Bank (Trustee).
Frequently asked questions about The Kenneth M Seymour Jr
How much does The Kenneth M Seymour Jr give each year?
The Kenneth M Seymour Jr gave $11K across 16 grants in 2026, according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2025 it gave $22K across 18 grants.
What is The Kenneth M Seymour Jr's typical grant size?
The Kenneth M Seymour Jr's median grant in 2026 was $500, and its average grant was $684, across 16 grants on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Kenneth M Seymour Jr give grants?
The Kenneth M Seymour Jr gives mostly in Connecticut: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were East Granby, CT (14 grants).
Does The Kenneth M Seymour Jr give general operating support?
Not in 2026: none of the 16 grants with a stated purpose on The Kenneth M Seymour Jr's 2026 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support.
Who are The Kenneth M Seymour Jr's largest grantees?
The Kenneth M Seymour Jr's largest 2026 grantees include Maria Amisano ($1,500), Genevieve Corricelli ($1,000) and Sreekithana Kolla ($1,000), according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. It also paid 2 grants to individuals ($1,500), which are not listed by name. Together they received 32% of its itemized 2026 grant dollars.
How large is The Kenneth M Seymour Jr?
The Kenneth M Seymour Jr reported $241K in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $15K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $17K (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
How do I apply for a grant from The Kenneth M Seymour Jr?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds; it states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Kenneth M Seymour Jr's EIN?
The Kenneth M Seymour Jr's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 46-7222490. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2026.
Does The Kenneth M Seymour Jr accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(8)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS August 10, 2020)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS July 19, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS October 12, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS July 13, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS July 16, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS August 13, 2025)
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS July 28, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2025
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