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Form 990-PFTax year 2023EIN 20-0523317

The Pitney Bowes Foundation

A private foundation in Stamford, CT. Its return for tax year 2023 lists 148 grants and $2.3 million paid in grants.

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Tax year 2023 (period ending Dec 31, 2023), read from the IRS e-file on Nov 11, 2026. Returns reach the IRS 5 to 18 months after the year they describe.

How to apply

Accepts applications

The return gives an application contact and rules, as below.

Contact
Httpswwwpitneybowescomusour-Company
3001 Summer Street
Stamford, CT 06905
(203) 351-7710
[email protected]
Form and materials
Form and content of applications should be submitted online at with nonprofit organization recent forms 990 and audited financial statements online grant application link: https://www.pitneybowes.com/content/dam/pitneybowes/us/en/ourcompany/ corporate-responsibility/giving_guidelines_how_to_apply_sample_grant_applica tion_12_15_2022.pdf email address: [email protected] guidelines can be found at https://www.pitneybowes.com/content/dam/pitneybowes/us/en/ourcompany/ corporate-responsibility/giving_guidelines_how_to_apply_sample_grant_applica tion_12_15_2022.pdf information about recent foundation grants can be found in community section of the company's corporate responsibility report at www.pb.com/responsibility
Deadlines
January 15 and july 15
Restrictions
We award grants to organizations that have been approved by the internal revenue service (IRS) as 501(c)(3) charities that have no religious and no political affiliations that support early childhood education, after-school, mentoring, literacy, STEM and job training programs for under-resourced population in the areas where we operate. Detailed guidelines can be found at https://www.pitneybowes.com/content/dam/pitneybowes/us/en/ourcompany/corpora te-responsibility/giving_guidelines_how_to_apply_sample_grant_application_12 _15_2022.PDF

Assets and giving by year

6 returns on file
Grants paid by tax year. The latest year is in blue.

  • Tax year 2023

    $2,292,275

    Grants listed
    148
    Assets, end of year
    $442,846

  • Tax year 2022

    $2,778,558

    Grants listed
    169
    Assets, end of year
    $598,297

  • Tax year 2021

    $2,481,837

    Grants listed
    143
    Assets, end of year
    $705,026

  • Tax year 2020

    $2,756,275

    Grants listed
    168
    Assets, end of year
    $1,361,403

  • Tax year 2019

    $2,894,582

    Grants listed
    201
    Assets, end of year
    $557,196

  • Tax year 2018

    $3,077,069

    Grants listed
    218
    Assets, end of year
    $640,606

Grants paid in 2023

148 grants, largest first

As listed on the return.

  1. Global ImpactWashington, DC

    Us employee giving matching

    $475,000
  2. Fairfield Countys CommunityNorwalk, CT

    Center for nonprofit excellence

    $129,000
  3. Blackbaud Giving FundDaniel Island, SC

    Employee giving matching

    $110,426
  4. Soundwaters IncStamford, CT

    Soundwaters harbor ambitions

    $100,000
  5. Childrens Learning CentersStamford, CT

    CLC head start extended day

    $76,000
  6. United Way of Coastal and WesDanbury, CT

    Stamford cradle to career data capacity building

    $75,575
  7. Horizons National StudentWestport, CT

    Learning recovery: expanding horizons to support academic learning

    $50,000
  8. Mind Research InstituteIrvine, CA

    ST math: preparing students for future academic and career advancement

    $50,000
  9. Network for TeachingNew York, NY

    Nftes aspiring entrepreneurs program (AEP) and fairfield county summer bizcamp

    $50,000
  10. Governors Partnership to ProtEast Hartford, CT

    Engaging businesses in school-based mentoring

    $45,000
  11. Read to A Child IncWellesley, MA

    Read aloud mentoring program stability and growth

    $42,500
  12. Stamford Public EducationStamford, CT

    Achieving lasting change for stamford's disadvantaged students through mentoring

    $41,750
  13. Reach Out and Read IncBoston, MA

    Reach out and read partnership with pitney bowes

    $37,500
  14. Buildon IncStamford, CT

    Buildon detroit weekday service learning program

    $37,000
  15. Reading Is FundamentalWashington, DC

    Volunteer project

    $35,000
  16. The Ferguson LibraryStamford, CT

    Dimattia building main library summer sunday hours

    $35,000
  17. Junior Achievement of Greater FairfBridgeport, CT

    Economic empowerment programs for at-risk youth in greater fairfield county

    $32,500
  18. National Academy FoundationNew York, NY

    Developing and diversifying the next generation of engineers: naf academies of engineering

    $26,000
  19. Read to Grow IncBranford, CT

    Supporting early childhood literacy in the bridgeport area

    $22,500
  20. Connecticut Science CenterHartford, CT

    Next generation science: mandell academys professional development for teachers

    $20,000
  21. Mill River Collaborative IncStamford, CT

    Mill river park collaborative - atrium entrance named giving opportunity

    $20,000
  22. Norwalk Community CollegeNorwalk, CT

    Norwalk community college summer bridge program for incoming students

    $20,000
  23. Person to Person IncDarien, CT

    Camperships for low-income stamford residents in grades k-5

    $20,000
  24. United Way of Greater MilwaukeeMilwaukee, TX

    My very own library

    $17,500
  25. Readworks IncBrooklyn, NY

    Decodable texts for k-2 educators and students

    $16,000
  26. Young Mens Christian AssociationStamford, CT

    Direct grant for lead academy program

    $16,000
  27. All Our Kin IncNew Haven, CT

    Transforming opportunities for young children in stamford, norwalk, danbury, and surrounding communities by enhancing family child care quality, availability, and sustainability

    $15,000
  28. GrandrapidsyouthcommonwealthGrand Rapids, MI

    Focus on learning

    $15,000
  29. Housatonic Community CollegeBridgeport, CT

    Steam (science, technology, engineering, art and math) center of excellence

    $15,000
  30. Wakeman Memorial AssociationBridgeport, CT

    WBGC out of school programs at the smilow-burroughs clubhouse and madison avenue community clubhouse

    $15,000
  31. The Ridgefield Playhouse forRidgefield, CT

    Arts in education (aie) outreach and title i program

    $14,000
  32. Armed Services YMCA of the USAWoodbridge, VA

    Operation little learners: a parent-child interactive program

    $12,500
  33. Boys and Girls Clubs of Great DallaDallas, TX

    Academic interventions project

    $12,500
  34. ChildcaregroupDallas, TX

    Childcaregroup: early childhood education programs for low-income families in dallas, texas

    $12,500
  35. Boys and Girls ClubStamford, CT

    Boys & girls club of stamford STEM academy

    $12,000
  36. Building One CommunityStamford, CT

    Family and individual services (fis) expansion

    $12,000
  37. Connecticut Invention ConventionHartford, CT

    Connecticut invention convention growth project

    $12,000
  38. Inspirica IncStamford, CT

    Jumpstart career program

    $12,000
  39. Mosaic Youth Theatre of DetroitDetroit, MI

    New voices: detroit

    $12,000
  40. Mercy Learning CenterBridgeport, CT

    Literacy and life skills part-time program

    $12,000
  41. Filling in the BlanksNorwalk, CT

    Weekend meal pack activity for local students in need

    $10,500
  42. Laurel House IncStamford, CT

    Supported education (sed) with wraparound services from rtor.org resource specialists for families of sed clients

    $10,000
  43. The Discovery Museum IncBridgeport, CT

    Discovery STEM enrichment fund

    $10,000
  44. Community Guilds IncDecatur, TX

    Diving deeper - expanding access

    $10,000
  45. Core Powered by the Rogers FoLas Vegas, NV

    2023-24 core academy at west prep high school

    $10,000
  46. DestinystepsincIndianapolis, IN

    Child development associate (cda) credential training program

    $10,000
  47. International Rescue CommitteeNew York, NY

    Direct grant for new rooth youth program

    $9,000
  48. After School All StarsDallas, TX

    Comprehensive, free after-school programs for high-needs students in dallas county

    $8,000
  49. Burroughs Community Center IncBridgeport, CT

    Esl program support - creating opportunities for success

    $8,000
  50. Girls Incorporated of MetropolitanDallas, TX

    Girls inc. Experience

    $8,000
  51. Kids in Crisis IncCos Cob, CT

    Kic educational services

    $8,000
  52. Spokane Hope SchoolSpokane, WA

    Listening and spoken language (LSL) early learning program

    $8,000
  53. United Way of Greater Atlanta IncAtlanta, GA

    Learning spaces

    $8,000
  54. Yourpath for Adult LearnersPhiladelphia, PA

    Adult literacy & adult basic education (ged/hiset) program

    $8,000
  55. Girl Scouts of Connecticut inHartford, CT

    Girl scouts: first lego league

    $8,000
  56. 21st Century Leaders IncDecatur, GA

    21st century leaders partnership with atlanta public schools

    $7,500
  57. Boys and Girls ClubsSt Paul, MN

    K-12 academic success for underrepresented youth

    $7,500
  58. High Tech KidsEagan, MN

    High tech kids first lego league challenge

    $7,500
  59. Women's Mentoring Network IncStamford, CT

    E to the 4th power program (employment, education, economic mobility, empowerment)

    $7,500
  60. CollegementorsforkidsincIndianapolis, IN

    College mentors - helping indiana succeed

    $7,500
  61. Nova X StreamFishers, IN

    Nyla nova foundation- stemversity

    $7,500
  62. Stamford Museum & Nature CenterStamford, CT

    Direct grant SM&NC aligned with the schools STEM & environmental education program

    $7,500
  63. Liverpool Charity and Voluntary ServicesLiverpool, United Kingdom

    Matching gifts uk

    $7,348
  64. Liverpool Charity and Voluntary ServicesLiverpool, United Kingdom

    Matching gifts uk

    $7,019
  65. Liverpool Charity and Voluntary ServicesLiverpool, United Kingdom

    Matching gifts uk

    $6,341
  66. Literacy LabWashington, DC

    The leading men fellowship milwaukee

    $6,250
  67. Everybody Wins Atlanta IncAtlanta, GA

    Closing the literacy gap for low-income elementary students in metro atlanta

    $6,000
  68. GenaustinAustin, TX

    Girl connect in dallas

    $6,000
  69. Literacy Center of West MichiganGrand Rapids, MI

    Adult tutoring program

    $6,000
  70. Page Ahead Childrens Literacy ProgrSeattle, WA

    Book up summer: spokane

    $6,000
  71. Stamford Center for the ArtsStamford, CT

    Young playwrights festival - arts education program

    $6,000
  72. 10037 UnitedwaygreatertorontoToronto, Canada

    Matching gifts canada

    $5,740
  73. Liverpool Charity and Voluntary ServicesLiverpool, United Kingdom

    Matching gifts for uk

    $5,677
  74. 10037 UnitedwaygreatertorontoToronto, Canada

    Matching gifts for giving campaigncanada

    $5,519
  75. Bartlett Arboretum & GardensStamford, CT

    The inspirica after-school garden program

    $5,500
  76. Caroline House IncBridgeport, CT

    Mother and child literacy program in bridgeport, CT

    $5,500
  77. Odyssey IncAtlanta, GA

    Odyssey summer program 2022

    $5,500
  78. Rainbow Village IncDuluth, GA

    Rainbow village after-school program

    $5,500
  79. Project Transformation NorthDallas, TX

    Afterschool and summer programs in underserved dallas communities, grades 1 - 12

    $5,500
  80. Discovering Amistad IncNew Haven, CT

    Amistad leadership 8th grade project at stamford public schools

    $5,000
  81. The Refugee Education CenterGrand Rapids, MI

    Extracurricular support for k-12 refugee students in grand rapids, mi

    $5,000
  82. Silvermine Guild of Artists INew Canaan, TX

    Art partners outreach education: literacy through the arts

    $5,000
  83. Valley of the Sun United WayPhoenix, AZ

    Pantry pack build for local community

    $5,000
  84. CreatemplsMinneapolis, MN

    Direct grant to close the STEM achivement gap

    $5,000
  85. Donvetail Sip IncStamford, CT

    Mental health training and support initiative: stamford boys and girls club (SBGC)

    $5,000
  86. ChildrensliteracynetworkAnn Arbor, MI

    Bookpals

    $5,000
  87. Girls Dream CodeSaint Paul, MN

    Code your path: a STEM educational program for girls of color

    $5,000
  88. KidsinneedfoundationSaint Paul, MN

    Equity in education

    $5,000
  89. The Norwalk Conservatory ofNorwalk, CT

    Pre-college summer performing arts intensive program

    $5,000
  90. MetropolitancommunitycollegOmaha, NE

    Expanded pathways into it professions

    $5,000
  91. ThemilwaukeescienceeducatiMilwaukee, WI

    Next level novas

    $5,000
  92. Omaha Public Library FoundatiOmaha, NE

    Omaha public library 2024 summer reading program

    $5,000
  93. Vanessa BehanSpokane, WA

    Social-emotional development to support school readiness

    $5,000
  94. Smart NorthMinneapolis, MN

    Community tech hub

    $5,000
  95. Career Resources IncBridgeport, CT

    Strive bridgeport program

    $4,000
  96. Casa of the Fox CitiesAppleton, WI

    Court appointed special advocates (child advocacy)

    $4,000
  97. Children in PlacementNew Haven, CT

    Youth sponsor

    $4,000
  98. Ingenuityne IncBoston, MA

    Connecticut program support & school engagement

    $4,000
  99. Lahc Leaders Advancing and HelpingDearborn, MI

    Youth leadership bridge to college program

    $4,000
  100. Lift Literacy Instruction forDallas, TX

    Literacy education for low-income adults

    $4,000
  101. Morrys Camp IncPort Chester, NY

    Building the future of economically disadvantaged bridgeport high school youth through year-round academic enrichment, socio-emotional-learning (sel), and leadership training

    $4,000
  102. Saint Joseph Parenting Center IncStamford, CT

    Strengthening families through parent education

    $4,000
  103. Service Corps of Retired ExecutivesNorwalk, CT

    Sponsorship of 3 workshops/webinars

    $4,000
  104. The Rise Up Group IncHartford, CT

    Stamford murals: creative leadership internship program

    $4,000
  105. The Rowan Center IncStamford, CT

    Sexual assault prevention education: building protective factors and bystander intervention in teens and adolescents in fairfield county

    $4,000
  106. The Workplace IncBridgeport, CT

    Dress for success mid-fairfield county

    $4,000
  107. Urban Impact of Balck RockWeston, CT

    In-school and after-school tutoring and mentoring program for underserved youth

    $4,000
  108. WellspringDetroit, MI

    Academic & youth development program

    $4,000
  109. Wings for KidsAtlanta, GA

    The wings after school program in atlanta, georgia

    $4,000
  110. Youth Village Resources of DallasDallas, TX

    Preparing justice-involved youth for success through career readiness

    $4,000
  111. Valley United WayShelton, CT

    Shelton schools mentoring program - supporting students post-covid and beyond

    $4,000
  112. New Haven Symphony OrchestraNew Haven, CT

    2023-2024 free family concert series in shelton CT

    $4,000
  113. Readers 2 LeadersDallas, TX

    Readers 2 leaders tutoring and coaching

    $4,000
  114. Clicc IncNew Haven, CT

    Clicc mentoring and literacy for children with parents in prison

    $4,000
  115. Liverpool Charity and Voluntary ServicesLiverpool, United Kingdom

    Matching gifts for uk

    $3,944
  116. United Way IncAlexandria, VA

    Snack packs and reading buddies

    $3,600
  117. Future 5 IncStamford, CT

    College prep

    $3,500
  118. Liverpool Charity and Voluntary ServicesLiverpool, United Kingdom

    Matching gifts uk

    $3,466
  119. Fox Valley Literacy Council IncAppleton, WI

    Empowering families through literacy and cultural support services

    $3,000
  120. United Way AustraliaSydney, Australia

    Treasure hunt for families in community activity - art supplies

    $2,779
  121. Central Community Chest of JapanTokyo, Japan

    Matching gifts japan

    $2,687
  122. Central Community Chest of JapanTokyo, Japan

    Matching gifts for giving campaign japan

    $2,684
  123. United Way of Dane County IncMadison, WI

    Volunteer project

    $2,553
  124. Intake Organization IncStamford, CT

    Reading music, reading at grade level: using music education and reading tutoring to help underperforming children achieve literacy

    $2,500
  125. City Lights & CompanyBridgeport, CT

    City lights arts integration, creative expression

    $2,500
  126. Fairgate Farm IncHartford, CT

    Materials to support beautification and building of community garden

    $2,500
  127. The United Way of Central MarBaltimore, MD

    Teacher and student kits for STEM

    $2,500
  128. United Way of Greater KansasKansas City, MO

    Backpack packing activity for local students

    $2,275
  129. United Way of Rutherford CounMurfreesboro, TN

    Stuff the bus school supply activity

    $2,105
  130. Heart of Florida United Way IOrlando, FL

    No-sew baby blankets for community baby showers

    $2,017
  131. Kids Helping Kids IncStamford, CT

    Launching libraries

    $2,000
  132. Reading PartnersOakland, CA

    Reading partners one-on-one literacy tutoring

    $2,000
  133. Soar Fox Cities IncAppleton, WI

    Adult education program

    $2,000
  134. Neighborhood Studios of FairfBridgeport, CT

    Arts regardless

    $2,000
  135. United Way of Greater AustinAustin, TX

    Healthy snack pack kit build for local community

    $2,000
  136. Catalyticfoundation NewzealandOrewa, New Zealand

    Matching gifts for india

    $1,996
  137. United Way AustraliaSydney, Australia

    Matching gifts for australia giving campaign

    $1,940
  138. Liverpool Charity and Voluntary ServicesLiverpool, United Kingdom

    Matching gifts uk

    $1,500
  139. United Way of Central IowaDes Moines, IA

    Assembling literacy kits for local schools

    $1,200
  140. Shakespeare on the Sound IncNorwalk, CT

    Shakespeare teen troupe/apprentice company

    $1,000
  141. ProjectmusicincStamford, CT

    Sistema scholars

    $1,000
  142. United Way of Greater RichmondRichmond, VA

    Literacy kit build for local students

    $839
  143. United Way of Central Ohio inColumbus, OH

    Literacy kit build for local students

    $589
  144. United Way of Greater RichmondRichmond, VA

    Mini library build

    $485
  145. United Way of Coastal FairfiedBridgeport, CT

    Columbus school read aloud - purchase of books

    $457
  146. United Way of Pierce CountyTacoma, WA

    Snack pack build for local community

    $375
  147. India Q4 2023 Matching AccrualPune, India

    Matching gifts for new zealand

    $100
  148. Catalyticfoundation NewzealandOrewa, New Zealand

    Matching gifts for uk

    $39

Where the money goes

By cause: grants to organizations we matched to the IRS list of exempt organizations, by their category.

  1. International aid3 grants $521,00039% of the total
  2. Education18 grants $286,25021% of the total
  3. Philanthropy and grantmaking8 grants $193,55114% of the total
  4. Environment1 grant $100,0007% of the total
  5. Arts and culture10 grants $72,0005% of the total
  6. Human services6 grants $37,5003% of the total
  7. 8 other causes20 grants $125,5009% of the total

By State

Grants to organizations with a US address, latest year.

  1. Connecticut60 grants $1,026,282
  2. Virginia5 grants $492,424
  3. South Carolina1 grant $110,426
  4. Texas14 grants $101,000
  5. New York4 grants $96,000
  6. Massachusetts2 grants $80,000
  7. Michigan7 grants $51,000
  8. California1 grant $50,000
  9. Georgia7 grants $45,500
  10. District of Columbia2 grants $41,250

Officers, directors and trustees

9 people as filed

As filed on the return, with average hours per week and pay from the foundation.

  • Kathleen Ryan MufsonPRESIDENT/DIRECTOR Hours 1Pay $0
  • Polly O'Brien MorrowVICE PRESIDENT/ DIRECTOR Hours 1Pay $0
  • Bill BorrelleDIRECTOR/CHAIR Hours 1Pay $0
  • Andrew GoldDIRECTOR Hours 1Pay $0
  • Ana ChadwickTREASURER/DIRECTOR Hours 1Pay $0
  • Geoff KupferschmidASSISTANT TREASURER/DIRECTOR Hours 1Pay $0
  • Jason DiesDIRECTOR Hours 1Pay $0
  • Rose CardoneASSISTANT TREASURER Hours 2Pay $0
  • Julie SolomonSECRETARY Hours 1Pay $0

The return

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