Kermit And Patricia Adler Foundation Incorporated

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Private Foundation
NEW MILFORD, ConnecticutMicroEIN: 833107131
Food BanksCommunity Service ClubsDisability Support ServicesMental Health OrganizationsHistorical Preservation Societies

This organization is a private foundation dedicated to supporting various charitable causes. Its mission focuses on enabling food assistance for the needy, providing community services, and supporting individuals with disabilities. The foundation also contributes to mental health initiatives and historical preservation efforts. It primarily serves local charities and organizations, reflecting a strong commitment to community welfare and support.

Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026

Ideal Applicant

Small Connecticut-based nonprofits providing direct community services (food assistance, meals for elderly/disabled, volunteer emergency services), local historic preservation projects, or modest university programs serving state residents.

Good Fit

  • Organizational base in Connecticut and focus on local community services
  • Programs delivering food, meals, or disability support at a neighborhood scale
  • Project or operating requests in the typical $1K–$2K range
  • Existing local relationships or referrals to board/officers
  • Evidence of ongoing local presence and repeat collaboration

Geography

Restrictive

Observed giving is entirely in Connecticut; every recorded grant and the foundation state are in-state, indicating a narrowly local geographic footprint.

Recipient Variety

Moderate

The latest year shows ten distinct, apparently independent recipients spanning food assistance, community services, disability support, historical preservation and a university program—a modestly diverse local portfolio for a micro foundation.

New Applicants

Restrictive

Behavior looks relationship-driven: nine of ten 2023 grantees were repeats and the foundation declares it funds only preselected applicants; a single new recipient appeared, so occasional new entrants are possible but unsolicited applicants are unlikely to be admitted.

Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026