Loris Masterton Family Foundation
This organization is a private foundation dedicated to charitable giving. Its mission centers on supporting various charitable causes, with a focus on community service, health-related initiatives, and historical preservation. The foundation provides funding to a diverse range of recipients, including religious organizations, health charities, and local community services. It primarily serves organizations that address community welfare and cultural heritage, reflecting a commitment to enhancing the quality of life for individuals and communities.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
Small, community-focused nonprofits (often faith-based, health, or local service organizations) with a Connecticut presence or clear ties to the foundation's existing grantees.
Good Fit
- • Local operating presence or programs in Connecticut (especially towns like Willimantic or Mansfield).
- • Organizational scale and budget consistent with small grants ($1K–$10K typical).
- • Program or project types matching past recipients (community service, faith-based support, local health or historical preservation).
- • An introduction or endorsement from a current or prior grantee or a trustee/intermediary.
Geography
Grants were paid across six states in the latest year, but roughly three-quarters of dollars were concentrated in Connecticut, showing a strong regional focus rather than truly national reach.
Recipient Variety
The latest year shows 14 distinct recipients (a broad set for a micro foundation) with substantial repeat support to 11 of them; dollar concentration toward a few top grantees tempers the breadth assessment.
New Applicants
Direct evidence of recipient turnover is limited but three new grantees appeared in the latest year; however the foundation declares it only funds preselected applicants, so entry appears possible but largely invitation-driven rather than open to unsolicited proposals.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
