Vermont Federal Foundation Inc
Vermont Federal Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in South Burlington, Vermont. The foundation says it is a 501(c)(3) charitable foundation established to give back to the community and support organizations helping people in need.
Vermont Federal Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: Vermont Federal Foundation Inc gave $87K across 38 grants in 2025 (avg $2K), mostly in Vermont. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $86,921
- Grants made (2025)
- 38
- Average grant
- $2,287
- Median grant
- $1,250
- Total assets
- $68,869
- +47.7% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Vermont (99% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Vermont Federal Foundation Inc
- How to Apply
The foundation's website invites requests through its Official Vermont Federal Foundation Charitable Giving Application, though its 2024 filing states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable…
The foundation's website invites requests through its Official Vermont Federal Foundation Charitable Giving Application, though its 2024 filing states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. The filing says grant requests should be submitted through a charitable contribution application on the foundation’s website, with organizational information and information on the charitable use of funds. Awards are restricted to charitable work in Vermont.
- Review Cycle
- None stated on the 2024 filing.
- Deadline
- None stated on the 2024 filing.
- Contact
Application contact: Christina Gebo
Mailing address: PO Box 2147, South Burlington, VT 05407
Phone: (802) 658-0225
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Vermont Federal Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Capstone Community Action ($20K). Together the top 10 received $54K.
Grant Size Distribution
38 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 38 grants of 38 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation’s 2024 filing restricts awards to charitable work in Vermont. In filing year 2025, 99% of grant dollars went to recipients in Vermont and 1% to recipients in New York.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 38 itemized grants.
Cities
How Vermont Federal Foundation Inc gives
- In 2025 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
In 2025 it made 38 grants totaling $87K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Capstone Community Action Barre, VT | General Operating Support | $20,000 |
| Hope Middlebury, VT | General Operating Support | $5,500 |
| Big Beautiful Life Essex Junction, VT | General Operating Support | $5,000 |
| Josh Pallotta Fund Inc Colchester, VT | General Operating Support | $5,000 |
| Lund Family South Burlington, VT | General Operating Support | $4,000 |
| Mercy Connections South Burlington, VT | General Operating Support | $4,000 |
| Tim's House St Albans, VT | General Operating Support | $3,000 |
| Addison County Community Trust Vergennes, VT | General Operating Support | $2,500 |
| Counseling Service of Addison County Middlebury, VT | General Operating Support | $2,500 |
| Good Beginnings of Central VT Montpelier, VT | General Operating Support | $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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $68,869 | $115,184 | $92,936 | $86,921 | 38 | $92,933 | $1,800 | $2,661 |
| 2024 | $46,621 | $50,746 | $4,125 | — | — | $4,125 | $204 | $394 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Vermont Federal Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $3K for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation describes its purpose as supporting organizations that help people in need and helping Vermonters realize their aspirations. Its website highlights sustainability, strong communities, and food security as areas of impact.
The organizations it funded in 2025 work across several community needs. Capstone Community Action says it provides services to promote economic well-being and alleviate poverty. Addison County Community Trust describes its work as developing and preserving affordable housing and providing support to low- and moderate-income people. The Josh Pallotta Fund says it helps veterans with post-traumatic stress find opportunities for healing and renewal. Other grantees include organizations whose stated missions involve LGBTQ+ advocacy, behavioral health, aviation training, and services for individuals and families.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2025, the foundation reported $86,921 in grants across 38 awards. Grants ranged from $400 to $20,000, with a median of $1,250. The largest listed award was $20,000 to Capstone Community Action for general operating support. Other notable grants included $5,500 to HOPE and $5,000 each to Big Beautiful Life and the Josh Pallotta Fund, all for general operating support.
The filing also lists $4,000 grants to Lund Family and Mercy Connections, and $3,000 to Tim’s House. Awards of $2,500 went to Addison County Community Trust, Counseling Service of Addison County, Good Beginnings of Central Vermont, Habitat for Aviation, and Milton Family Community Center.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Maribeth Spellman as president and director; Megan Manahan Bliss as vice president and director; April Chilcote as secretary and director; and Christina Gebo as treasurer and director. It also lists Peter Winch, Jean Giard, and Joseph Finnigan as directors.
Vermont Federal Foundation Inc is led by Maribeth Spellman, President & Director on every filing since 2024; none of the 7 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Maribeth Spellman
President & Director
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
April Chilcote
Secretary & Director
On filings since 2024
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Christina Gebo
Treasurer & Director
On filings since 2024
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jean Giard
Director
On filings since 2024
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Joseph Finnigan
Director
On filings since 2024
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Megan Manahan Bliss
Vice President & Director
On filings since 2024
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Peter Winch
Director
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2024–2025. "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 Vermont Federal Foundation Inc
How much does Vermont Federal Foundation Inc give each year?
Vermont Federal Foundation Inc gave $87K across 38 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is Vermont Federal Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
Vermont Federal Foundation Inc's median grant in 2025 was $1,250, and its average grant was $2,287, across 38 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Vermont Federal Foundation Inc give grants?
Vermont Federal Foundation Inc gives mostly in Vermont: 99% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Burlington, VT (8 grants), Middlebury, VT (4 grants), Montpelier, VT (4 grants) and Barre, VT (3 grants).
Does Vermont Federal Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Vermont Federal Foundation Inc's 2025 grants with a stated purpose (38 of 38) were for general or operating support, per its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Vermont Federal Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
Vermont Federal Foundation Inc's largest 2025 grantees include Capstone Community Action ($20,000), Hope ($5,500) and Big Beautiful Life ($5,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 35% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Vermont Federal Foundation Inc?
Vermont Federal Foundation Inc reported $69K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $93K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $3K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Vermont Federal Foundation Inc fund?
The foundation describes its purpose as supporting organizations that help people in need and helping Vermonters realize their aspirations. Its website highlights sustainability, strong communities, and food security as areas of impact. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Vermont Federal Foundation Inc?
The foundation's website invites requests through its Official Vermont Federal Foundation Charitable Giving Application, though its 2024 filing states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable… Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Vermont Federal Foundation Inc's EIN?
Vermont Federal Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 93-4381869. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2024–2025.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated October 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 2024–2025
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Cite this profile
Grantable. (2026). Vermont Federal Foundation Inc funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 5, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/vermont-federal-foundation-inc-morg_7ddae74a29824475bbd4a633a6ae211a
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