The Barbara Shampain Foundation, Inc. is a federally recognized 501(c)(3) private foundation dedicated to supporting charitable initiatives, providing grants to qualified nonprofit organizations, and strengthening communities across Connecticut and beyond.
Guided by integrity and purpose, we empower organizations that improve lives, advance opportunity, and create lasting positive change.
Legal Name: The Barbara Shampain Foundation, Inc.
Tax ID: 966919743
Federal EIN:
Address:
75 Isham Rd Ste 300
West Hartford, CT 06107
United States
Email: contact@barbarashampain.best
Phone: (610) 672-4477
The Barbara Shampain Foundation, Inc. exists to support charitable purposes, strengthen nonprofit organizations, and improve quality of life through strategic grantmaking, responsible stewardship, and community partnership.
We provide grants to eligible 501(c)(3) organizations supporting human services, education, health, community development, and vital public benefit programs.
We honor our founding mission through ethical governance, financial accountability, and a long-term commitment to meaningful, sustainable community impact.
Our foundation operates with full transparency, independent board oversight, strict IRS compliance, and responsible management of all assets.
We focus our grantmaking on mission-aligned nonprofits that serve vulnerable populations, strengthen communities, and drive positive change in Connecticut.
Support for food security, housing assistance, family services, and basic needs programs.
Grants for scholarships, mentorship, after-school programs, and youth development.
Funding for healthcare access, senior services, wellness, and public health initiatives.
Investment in local improvement projects, civic engagement, and quality of life.
Capacity-building grants to help organizations operate sustainably and effectively.
Programs that promote equity, opportunity, and long-term community well-being.
The Barbara Shampain Foundation considers grant requests from qualified tax-exempt organizations pursuing charitable, educational, and community‑benefit missions.
Grants are awarded to IRS‑designated 501(c)(3) public charities, schools, religious organizations, and government entities engaged in charitable work.
Requests must align with our mission and demonstrate clear community impact and measurable outcomes.
All inquiries are reviewed by the Foundation Board for mission alignment, financial responsibility, community need, and available funding.
Submission does not guarantee funding. All awards are made at the sole discretion of the Board.
Submit a brief description of your organization, mission, funding need, and community impact.
The Foundation Board evaluates eligibility, alignment, and merit.
Qualified organizations may be invited to submit a complete grant application.
All applicants receive formal written notification of the Board’s decision.
Your contribution helps fund critical community programs and nonprofit grants across Connecticut. All donations are tax-deductible as allowed by law.
EIN: 06-1446951
Donations support our grantmaking, community programs, and charitable mission.
To contribute, please contact our foundation office for donation instructions, wire transfer, or mailing details.
Legal Name: The Barbara Shampain Foundation, Inc.
Tax ID: 966919743
Federal EIN: 06-1446951
Organization Type: 501(c)(3) Private Foundation
Mission: Charitable giving, grants, and community support
Address:
75 Isham Rd Ste 300
West Hartford, CT 06107
United States
Email: contact@barbarashampain.best
Phone: (610) 672-4477
Yes. We are a federally recognized 501(c)(3) private foundation with EIN: 06-1446951.
Email a brief letter of inquiry describing your nonprofit, mission, and funding request to our office.
Eligible applicants are IRS-certified 501(c)(3) nonprofits, schools, and public charitable organizations.
No. We provide grants exclusively to qualified tax-exempt organizations, not individuals.
Yes. All contributions are fully tax-deductible as permitted by U.S. federal law.
Email: contact@barbarashampain.best
Phone: (610) 672-4477
Address:
75 Isham Rd Ste 300
West Hartford, CT 06107
EIN: 06-1446951 | Tax ID: 966919743
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