The Cygnet Foundation Inc | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 13-3949429
Foundation Overview
Based in New York, NY, The Cygnet Foundation Inc has awarded 117 grants totaling $298,198 to organizations in New York, Florida and 10 other states, plus international recipients. Individual grants range from $100 to $20,000, with a median award of $1,000.
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New Applicant Friendliness
4 of 10 recipients (40%) were new grantees. Foundation maintains loyal partnerships while remaining open to qualified new applicants with strong proposals.
Geographic Focus
70% of all grants are concentrated in New York, demonstrating highly focused geographic giving. This foundation prioritizes deep community impact in its primary service area. Within New York, funding concentrates in New York (49%), Sag Harbor (15%), Hampton Bays (7%).
Funding Trajectory
Declining funding trend with 85% decrease over 8 years may indicate reduced grant opportunities or shifting foundation priorities. This trajectory suggests more competitive application environment.
Program Areas
Diversified giving across multiple program areas with primary emphasis on general purposes (61%). This broad approach suggests openness to various causes and innovative cross-sector solutions.
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Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into The Cygnet Foundation Inc's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.
| Name | Amount | Location | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sag Harbor Cinema Art Center | $2,500 | Sag Harbor, NY, US | To Help Organizaion In Its Exempt Function | 2024 |
| Sag Harbors Helpers Inc | $2,000 | Sag Harbor, NY, US | To Help Organization In Its Exempt Function | 2024 |
| Animal Rescue Fund Of The Hamptons | $500 | Wainscott, NY, US | To Help Organization In Its Exempt Function | 2024 |
| Reti Center | $500 | Brooklyn, NY, US | To Help Org. In Its Exempt Function | 2024 |
| Loyola Mens Lacrosse | $5,000 | Baltimore, MD, US | To Help Org. In Its Exempt Function | 2024 |
| Sag Harbor Cinema Art Center | $2,500 | Sag Harbor, NY, US | To Help Organizaion In Its Exempt Function | 2024 |
| Sag Harbors Helpers Inc | $2,000 | Sag Harbor, NY, US | To Help Organization In Its Exempt Function | 2024 |
| Animal Rescue Fund Of The Hamptons | $500 | Wainscott, NY, US | To Help Organization In Its Exempt Function | 2024 |
| Reti Center | $500 | Brooklyn, NY, US | To Help Org. In Its Exempt Function | 2024 |
| Loyola Mens Lacrosse | $5,000 | Baltimore, MD, US | To Help Org. In Its Exempt Function | 2024 |
| Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation | $1,000 | Dallas, TX, US | To Help Organizaion In Its Exempt Function | 2023 |
| Sag Harbors Helpers Inc | $2,000 | Sag Harbor, NY, US | To Help Organization In Its Exempt Function | 2023 |
| Delbarton School | $6,790 | Morristown, NJ, US | To Help Organization In Its Exempt Function | 2023 |
| Reti Center | $500 | Brooklyn, NY, US | To Help Org. In Its Exempt Function | 2023 |
| The Benjamin School | $2,000 | North Palm Beach, FL, US | To Help Org. In Its Exempt Function | 2023 |
| Loyola University | $5,000 | Baltimore, MD, US | To Help Org. In Its Exempt Function | 2023 |
| Batonga Foundation | $500 | Washington, DC, US | To Help Org. In Its Exempt Function | 2023 |
| Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation | $1,000 | Dallas, TX, US | To Help Organizaion In Its Exempt Function | 2023 |
| Sag Harbors Helpers Inc | $2,000 | Sag Harbor, NY, US | To Help Organization In Its Exempt Function | 2023 |
| Delbarton School | $6,790 | Morristown, NJ, US | To Help Organization In Its Exempt Function | 2023 |
| Reti Center | $500 | Brooklyn, NY, US | To Help Org. In Its Exempt Function | 2023 |
| The Benjamin School | $2,000 | North Palm Beach, FL, US | To Help Org. In Its Exempt Function | 2023 |
| Loyola University | $5,000 | Baltimore, MD, US | To Help Org. In Its Exempt Function | 2023 |
| Batonga Foundation | $500 | Washington, DC, US | To Help Org. In Its Exempt Function | 2023 |
| Ace Programs For The Homeless | $2,000 | New York, NY, US | Programs That Assist The Homeless | 2021 |
| Ace Programs For The Homeless | $2,000 | New York, NY, US | Programs That Assist The Homeless | 2020 |
| Big Dog Ranch Rescue | $6,000 | Wellington, FL, US | To Provide Shelter And Care To Homeless And Unwanted Dogs | 2020 |
| Contributions Paid Less Than 1000 To Various Org | $500 | Bayside, NY, US | To Help Org. In Its Charitable Purpose | 2020 |
| Aspca | $1,500 | New York, NY, US | To Protect The Right Of All Animals | 2020 |
| Fresh Air Fund | $1,000 | New York, NY, US | To Help Org. In Its Exempt Function | 2020 |
| Bideawee | $1,000 | New York, NY, US | To Help Org. In Its Exempt Function | 2020 |
| The New Heritage Theatre Group Inc | $20,000 | New York, NY, US | To Help Org. In Its Exempt Function | 2020 |
| Edge And Center Inc | $10,000 | Sag Harbor, NY, US | To Help Organization In Its Exempt Function | 2020 |
| Lion Habitat Ranch Inc | $1,000 | Henderson, NV, US | To Help Org. In Its Expempt Function | 2020 |
| Ace Programs For The Homeless | $9,250 | New York, NY, US | Programs That Assist The Homeless | 2018 |
| Big Dog Ranch Rescue | $10,000 | Wellington, FL, US | To Provide Shelter And Care To Homeless And Unwanted Dogs | 2018 |
| Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue Center | $2,500 | Hampton Bays, NY, US | Rehabilitation Services And Public Education To Protect Wildlife | 2018 |
| Citymeals On Wheels | $2,000 | New York, NY, US | Food Program Homebound Elderly New York Residents | 2018 |
| Humane Society Of The United States | $1,000 | Washington, DC, US | Animal Protection | 2018 |
| Dancing Dreams | $2,000 | Bayside, NY, US | Dance Program For Disabled Children | 2018 |
| United Breast Cancer Foundation | $1,000 | Huntington, NY, US | To Help Org. In Its Charitable Purpose | 2018 |
| United States Fund For Unicef | $1,000 | New York, NY, US | To Aid Children And Families In Developing Countries | 2018 |
| Nature Conservancy Inc | $1,000 | Arlington, VA, US | To Conserve The Lands And Waters On Which All Life Depends. | 2018 |
| Sag Harbor Partnership Inc | $4,200 | Sag Harbor, NY, US | To Assist The Charity In Fulfilling Its Exempt Function | 2018 |
| Smile Train Inc | $1,000 | New York, NY, US | To Provide Free Cleft Surgery And Comprehensive Cleft Care To Children In Developing Countries. | 2018 |
| World Wide Life Fund | $1,000 | New York, NY, US | To Help Org. Perform Its Charitable Function | 2018 |
| American Heart Association | $1,000 | New York, NY, US | To Assist The Organization With Its Exempt Function | 2018 |
| Aspca | $1,000 | New York, NY, US | To Protect The Rights Of All Animals. | 2018 |
| Sasf | $2,000 | Hampton Bays, NY, US | To Help Org. In Its Exempt Function | 2018 |
| Wildlife Rescue Center | $1,000 | Ballwin, MO, US | To Assist Org. In Its Exempt Functions | 2018 |
| The Elephant Sanctuary | $2,000 | Honhenwald, TN, US | To Assist Org. In Its Exempt Functions | 2018 |
| Fresh Air Fund | $3,200 | New York, NY, US | To Help Org. In Its Exempt Function | 2018 |
| Sports And Arts In School Foundation | $1,000 | Woodside, NY, US | To Help Org. In Its Exempt Function | 2018 |
| Brooke Canavan | $100 | New York, NY, US | To Help Org. In Its Exempt Function | 2018 |
| Carly Browngardt | $100 | New York, NY, US | To Help Org. In Its Exempt Function | 2018 |
| Sophia Brozilleri | $300 | New York, NY, US | To Help Org. In Its Exempt Function | 2018 |
| Daiella Schiff | $100 | New York, NY, US | To Help Org. In Its Exempt Function | 2018 |
| Leigh Hatfield | $100 | New York, NY, US | To Help Org. In Its Exempt Function | 2018 |
| Longhouse Reserve | $1,000 | East Hampton, NY, US | To Help Org. In Its Exempt Function | 2018 |
| Peaceful Valley Donkey Rescue | $1,000 | Miles, TX, US | To Help Org. In Its Exempt Function | 2018 |
| Southhampton Hospital Foundation | $1,000 | Southhampton, NY, US | To Help Org. In Its Exempt Function | 2018 |
| Isabella Di Russi | $100 | New York, NY, US | To Help Org. In Its Exempt Function | 2018 |
| Bideawee | $1,000 | New York, NY, US | To Help Org. In Its Exempt Function | 2018 |
| Brooklyn Academy Of Music | $2,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | To Help Org. In Its Exempt Function | 2018 |
| A Woodner Fund Inc | $1,000 | New York, NY, US | To Help Org. In Its Exempt Function | 2018 |
| Association Du Senegal Et De Alfriue De L'oest | $11,393 | Senegal, N/A, SG | To Help Org. In Its Exempt Function | 2018 |
| Ace Programs For The Homeless | $8,500 | New York, NY, US | Programs That Assist The Homeless | 2017 |
| Design Trust For Public Space | $1,000 | New York, NY, US | Research, Design And Plan Projects For New York City Public Spaces | 2017 |
| Big Dog Ranch Rescue | $10,000 | Wellington, FL, US | To Provide Shelter And Care To Homeless And Unwanted Dogs | 2017 |
| Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue Center | $100 | Hampton Bays, NY, US | Rehabilitation Services And Public Education To Protect Wildlife | 2017 |
| Citymeals On Wheels | $3,000 | New York, NY, US | Food Program Homebound Elderly New York Residents | 2017 |
| American Tap Dance Foundation | $500 | New York, NY, US | Promotes Tap Dance Through Creation, Presentation, Education And Preservation | 2017 |
| Justworld International | $2,000 | Wellington, FL, US | Aid To Children In Developing Countries | 2017 |
| Longhouse Reserve | $3,500 | East Hampton, NY, US | To Exemplify Living With Art In All Forms. | 2017 |
| Parks And Rec Association Of Sag Harbor | $500 | Sag Harbor, NY, US | To Assist Org. In Its Exempt Function | 2017 |
| Humane Society Of The United States | $2,000 | Washington, DC, US | Animal Protection | 2017 |
| Dancing Dreams | $3,000 | Bayside, NY, US | Dance Program For Disabled Children | 2017 |
| California Inclusive Sailing | $2,500 | Newport Beach, CA, US | Unrestricted Charitable Purposes | 2017 |
| United Breast Cancer Foundation | $1,000 | Huntington, NY, US | To Help Org. In Its Charitable Purpose | 2017 |
| Animal Rescue Fund Of The Hamptons | $5,000 | Wainscott, NY, US | Animal Rescue And Adoption Center For Cats And Dogs | 2017 |
| United States Fund For Unicef | $1,000 | New York, NY, US | To Aid Children And Families In Developing Countries | 2017 |
| Nature Conservancy Inc | $2,000 | Arlington, VA, US | To Conserve The Lands And Waters On Which All Life Depends. | 2017 |
| Sag Harbor Partnership Inc | $1,500 | Sag Harbor, NY, US | To Assist The Charity In Fulfilling Its Exempt Function | 2017 |
| Smile Train Inc | $1,000 | New York, NY, US | To Provide Free Cleft Surgery And Comprehensive Cleft Care To Children In Developing Countries. | 2017 |
| World Wide Life Fund | $1,000 | New York, NY, US | To Help Org. Perform Its Charitable Function | 2017 |
| American Heart Association | $1,000 | New York, NY, US | To Assist The Organization With Its Exempt Function | 2017 |
| Aspca | $2,000 | New York, NY, US | To Protect The Rights Of All Animals. | 2017 |
| Sasf | $5,000 | Hampton Bays, NY, US | To Help Org. In Its Exempt Function | 2017 |
| Wildlife Rescue Center | $1,000 | Ballwin, MO, US | To Assist Org. In Its Exempt Functions | 2017 |
| The Elephant Sanctuary | $2,000 | Honhenwald, TN, US | To Assist Org. In Its Exempt Functions | 2017 |
| Ace Programs For The Homeless | $8,150 | New York, NY, US | Programs That Assist The Homeless | 2016 |
| Design Trust For Public Space | $1,000 | New York, NY, US | Research, Design And Plan Projects For New York City Public Spaces | 2016 |
| Big Dog Ranch Rescue | $10,000 | Wellington, FL, US | To Provide Shelter And Care To Homeless And Unwanted Dogs | 2016 |
| Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue Center | $7,000 | Hampton Bays, NY, US | Rehabilitation Services And Public Education To Protect Wildlife | 2016 |
| Guild Hall Of East Hampton | $4,800 | East Hampton, NY, US | Cultural Arts And Educational Programs | 2016 |
| Citymeals On Wheels | $2,550 | New York, NY, US | Food Program Homebound Elderly New York Residents | 2016 |
| American Tap Dance Foundation | $500 | New York, NY, US | Promotes Tap Dance Through Creation, Presentation, Education And Preservation | 2016 |
| Justworld International | $8,000 | Wellington, FL, US | Aid To Children In Developing Countries | 2016 |
| Longhouse Reserve | $2,000 | East Hampton, NY, US | To Exemplify Living With Art In All Forms. | 2016 |
| Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation | $3,000 | Hampton Bays, NY, US | Rescue Shelter | 2016 |
| Humane Society Of The United States | $2,000 | Washington, DC, US | Animal Protection | 2016 |
| Dancing Dreams | $2,000 | Bayside, NY, US | Dance Program For Disabled Children | 2016 |
| Parrish Art Museum | $5,500 | Water Mill, NY, US | Unrestricted Charitable Purposes | 2016 |
| Sierra Club | $1,000 | New York, NY, US | Environmental Protection | 2016 |
| Animal Rescue Fund Of The Hamptons | $3,000 | Wainscott, NY, US | Animal Rescue And Adoption Center For Cats And Dogs | 2016 |
| United States Fund For Unicef | $1,000 | New York, NY, US | To Aid Children And Families In Developing Countries | 2016 |
| Nature Conservancy Inc | $1,000 | Arlington, VA, US | To Conserve The Lands And Waters On Which All Life Depends. | 2016 |
| Sag Harbor Partnership Inc | $2,500 | Sag Harbor, NY, US | To Assist The Charity In Fulfilling Its Exempt Function | 2016 |
| Bay Street Theatre Festival Inc | $200 | Sag Harbor, NY, US | Not-for-profit Theatre | 2016 |
| Suny New Paltz Foundation | $175 | New Paltz, NY, US | To Assist The Organization With Its Exempt Function | 2016 |
| United States Tennis Association | $1,000 | White Plains, NY, US | To Assist The Organization With Its Exempt Function | 2016 |
| Smile Train Inc | $1,000 | New York, NY, US | To Provide Free Cleft Surgery And Comprehensive Cleft Care To Children In Developing Countries. | 2016 |
| Fred Kumwenda | $100 | New York, NY, US | To Help Fred Kumwenda Rebuild His Home After A Devastating Fire In Sag Harbor On December 16, 2016. | 2016 |
| Palm Beach Foster Dog Project Inc | $200 | Wellington, FL, US | To Assist The Organization With Its Exempt Function | 2016 |
| People For The Ethical Treatment Of Animals | $1,000 | Norfolk, VA, US | To Protect The Rights Of All Animals. | 2016 |
| Save The Children Federation Inc | $1,000 | Fairfield, CT, US | To Assist The Organization With Its Exempt Functions | 2016 |
| A Blade Of Grass Fund | $500 | New York, NY, US | To Provide Resources To Artists Who Demonstrate Artistic Excellence And Serve As Innovative Conduits For Social Change. | 2016 |
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Contact Information
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| EIN | 13-3949429 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | FULVIO ASSOC5W 37TH ST 4TH FL New York, NY 10018-0000 |
Key People (3)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee The Cygnet Foundation Inc's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| Secretary/treasurer | Ralph Gibson |
|---|---|
| Vice President | Kimberly Quinn |
| President | Raymond William Merritt |
Forms 990-PF
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