The Tonamora Foundation XXX-XX-XXXX
The Tonamora Foundation was a private foundation based in Arlington, Vermont. Its 2022 filing is marked as a final return, and the filing states that the foundation terminated under New York law on December 31, 2018; it therefore appears to have wound down. The filing also states that its directors created a new Vermont corporation, The Tonamora Foundation (EIN 92-2226922), and transferred all assets to it on June 28, 2022. The new foundation was to operate as a private foundation with the same charitable purpose.
The Tonamora Foundation XXX-XX-XXXX at a glance
In short: The Tonamora Foundation XXX-XX-XXXX gave $126K across 15 grants in 2022 (avg $8K), top state Vermont. Source: 2022 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2022)
- $125,500
- -3.5% vs 2021
- Grants made (2022)
- 15
- +1400.0% vs 2021
- Average grant
- $8,367
- -93.6% vs 2021
- Median grant
- $5,000
- Total assets
- $1,407,944
- +34.0% vs 2021
- Primary geography
- Vermont (33% of itemized 2022 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2022 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2022; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Tonamora Foundation XXX-XX-XXXX
- 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. This policy is reported in a filing marked as the foundation’s final return.
- Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 66, Arlington, VT 05250
Phone: (267) 907-2447
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Tonamora Foundation XXX-XX-XXXX funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2022
The largest 2022 recipient was Vermont Land Trust ($25K). Together the top 10 received $118K.
Grant Size Distribution
16 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 15 grants of 16 (94%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2022, Vermont recipients received 33% of grant dollars, California recipients 32%, Pennsylvania recipients 22%, New York recipients 6%, and Massachusetts recipients 4%. The listed grants also included recipients in Colorado.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2022 grant dollars across all 15 itemized grants.
Cities
How The Tonamora Foundation XXX-XX-XXXX gives
- In 2022 it paid out 131% of 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 2021 to 2022, annual grant giving ranged from $126K (2022) to $130K (2021). In 2022 it made 15 grants totaling $126K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont Land Trust Montpelier, VT | Unrestricted Gift | $25,000 |
| Living Desert Zoo & Gardens Palm Desert, CA | Unrestricted Gift | $25,000 |
| Doylestown Health Foundation Doylestown, PA | Unrestricted Gift | $25,000 |
| SVHC Foundation Bennington, VT | Unrestricted Gift | $10,000 |
| McCallum Theater Palm Desert, CA | Unrestricted Gift | $10,000 |
| American Intl College Burlington, MA | Unrestricted Gift | $5,000 |
| Saratoga Auto Museum Saratoga Springs, NY | Unrestricted Gift | $5,000 |
| Matthew Shepard Foundation Denver, CO | Unrestricted Gift | $5,000 |
| Trevor Project West Hollywood, CA | Unrestricted Gift | $5,000 |
| Community Food Cupboard Manchester Center, VT | Unrestricted Gift | $2,500 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $1,407,944 | $491,437 | $134,122 | $125,500 | 15 | $128,565 | $485,961 | $98,208 |
| 2021 | $1,050,872 | $66,717 | $145,604 | $130,000 | 1 | — | $53,863 | $92,830 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Tonamora Foundation XXX-XX-XXXX reported a distributable amount of $98K for 2022 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The filing does not describe the foundation’s charitable purpose in detail. Its 2022 grants included unrestricted gifts to organizations whose own missions span land conservation, health care, arts and cultural heritage, food distribution, emergency medical care, and support for LGBTQ+ young people.
For example, Vermont Land Trust describes its mission as helping people protect, care for, and connect to land. Doylestown Health Foundation says it raises funds for the charitable purposes and activities of Doylestown Hospital. The Trevor Project describes its mission as ending suicide among LGBTQ+ young people. Community Food Cupboard says it distributes food to needy families in its area.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2022, the foundation reported 15 grants totaling $125,500. Grant amounts ranged from $1,000 to $25,000, with a median of $5,000. Listed grants were unrestricted gifts.
The largest listed grants were $25,000 each to Vermont Land Trust in Montpelier, Vermont; Living Desert Zoo & Gardens in Palm Desert, California; and Doylestown Health Foundation in Doylestown, Pennsylvania. Other notable grants included $10,000 each to SVHC Foundation in Bennington, Vermont, and McCallum Theater in Palm Desert, California; $5,000 to Trevor Project in West Hollywood, California; and $2,500 to Community Food Cupboard in Manchester Center, Vermont.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2022 filing listed Ambrose M. O’Donnell as president and treasurer, and Richard L. Farris as vice president and secretary.
The Tonamora Foundation XXX-XX-XXXX is led by Ambrose M. O'Donnell, President & Treasurer on every filing since 2021; none of the 2 officers listed in 2022 report compensation.
Officers on the 2022 filing
Ambrose M. O'Donnell
President & Treasurer
On filings since 2021
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Richard L. Farris
Vice President & Secretary
On filings since 2021
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2022. "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 The Tonamora Foundation XXX-XX-XXXX
How much does The Tonamora Foundation XXX-XX-XXXX give each year?
The Tonamora Foundation XXX-XX-XXXX gave $126K across 15 grants in 2022, according to its 2022 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2021 it gave $130K across 1 grant.
What is The Tonamora Foundation XXX-XX-XXXX's typical grant size?
The Tonamora Foundation XXX-XX-XXXX's median grant in 2022 was $5,000, and its average grant was $8,367, across 15 grants on its 2022 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Tonamora Foundation XXX-XX-XXXX give grants?
The Tonamora Foundation XXX-XX-XXXX's top state is Vermont, with 33% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2022 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were California (32%) and Pennsylvania (22%). The most frequent recipient cities were Palm Desert, CA (2 grants), Bennington, VT (2 grants) and New Hope, PA (2 grants).
Does The Tonamora Foundation XXX-XX-XXXX give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of The Tonamora Foundation XXX-XX-XXXX's 2022 grants with a stated purpose (15 of 15) were for general or operating support, per its 2022 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Tonamora Foundation XXX-XX-XXXX's largest grantees?
The Tonamora Foundation XXX-XX-XXXX's largest 2022 grantees include Vermont Land Trust ($25,000), Living Desert Zoo & Gardens ($25,000) and Doylestown Health Foundation ($25,000), according to its 2022 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 60% of its itemized 2022 grant dollars.
How large is The Tonamora Foundation XXX-XX-XXXX?
The Tonamora Foundation XXX-XX-XXXX reported $1.4M in total assets on its 2022 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $129K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $98K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Tonamora Foundation XXX-XX-XXXX fund?
The filing does not describe the foundation’s charitable purpose in detail. Its 2022 grants included unrestricted gifts to organizations whose own missions span land conservation, health care, arts and cultural heritage, food distribution, emergency medical care, and support for LGBTQ+ young people. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Tonamora Foundation XXX-XX-XXXX?
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 ↑
What is The Tonamora Foundation XXX-XX-XXXX's EIN?
The Tonamora Foundation XXX-XX-XXXX's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 13-4014643. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2022.
Does The Tonamora Foundation XXX-XX-XXXX 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.
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2022
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