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Avalon Nature Preserve Inc. is a private corporation based in STONY BROOK, NY. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2005. The principal officer is Katharine Griffiths. It holds total assets of $55.9M. Annual income is reported at $16.1M. Total assets have grown from $11.3M in 2011 to $46.1M in 2022. The foundation is governed by 9 officers and trustees. Preservation & maintenance of nature preserveavalon's exempt purpose is to maintain and restore the natural elements of the preserve. The 216 acres that comprise avalon were once a residential site, likely abandoned in the early 1900s. By 1997, when the paul simons foundation, inc. ("psf") purchased the land, years of neglect had allowed many non-native species of vines and shrubs to invade and dominate, smothering plants, destroying large trees and making the area virtually impenetrable. The foundation seeks not only to protect this unique and natural habitat but also to restore and maintain its ecological heritage. It is hoped that present and future generations of visitors will find pleasure in these gardens, walks and woods. Paul simons grew up on long island and spent much of his time in the three village area. He was an avid hiker, skier and bicyclist who enjoyed all types of outdoor activities. Avalon was established to celebrate the life of paul simons. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2023. The foundation primarily funds organizations in New York and District of Columbia. According to available records, Avalon Nature Preserve Inc. has made 188 grants totaling $1.2M, with a median grant of $369. Annual giving has decreased from $345K in 2021 to $198K in 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $668K distributed across 90 grants. Individual grants have ranged from N/A to $125K, with an average award of $6K. The foundation has supported 65 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in New York, Connecticut, District of Columbia, which account for 65% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 16 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
N/A
Median Grant
$500
Average Grant
$7K
Largest Grant
$125K
Based on 45 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
Preservation & maintenance of nature preserveavalon's exempt purpose is to maintain and restore the natural elements of the preserve. The 216 acres that comprise avalon were once a residential site, likely abandoned in the early 1900s. By 1997, when the paul simons foundation, inc. ("psf") purchased the land, years of neglect had allowed many non-native species of vines and shrubs to invade and dominate, smothering plants, destroying large trees and making the area virtually impenetrable. The foundation seeks not only to protect this unique and natural habitat but also to restore and maintain its ecological heritage. It is hoped that present and future generations of visitors will find pleasure in these gardens, walks and woods. Paul simons grew up on long island and spent much of his time in the three village area. He was an avid hiker, skier and bicyclist who enjoyed all types of outdoor activities. Avalon was established to celebrate the life of paul simons.
Expenses: $3.5M
Outdoor education, nature programs and lecture series avalon offers youth based programs such as the "outdoor leadership and environmental stewardship program," in an attempt to get young people into the outdoors and connected to the environment. More information can be found on avalon's website, https//avalonnaturepreserve.org. Additionally, avalon hosts programs such as "avalon skylab," the "mindfulness-based stress reduction (mbsr) course," yoga, and regular bird walks.
Expenses: $109K
Preservation & maintenance of nature preserveavalon's exempt purpose is to maintain and restore the natural elements of the preserve. The 216 acres that comprise avalon were once a residential site, likely abandoned in the early 1900s. By 1997, when the paul simons foundation, inc. ("psf") purchased the land, years of neglect had allowed many non-native species of vines and shrubs to invade and dominate, smothering plants, destroying large trees and making the area virtually impenetrable. The foundation seeks not only to protect this unique and natural habitat but also to restore and maintain its ecological heritage. It is hoped that present and future generations of visitors will find pleasure in these gardens, walks and woods. Paul simons grew up on long island and spent much of his time in the three village area. He was an avid hiker, skier and bicyclist who enjoyed all types of outdoor activities. Avalon was established to celebrate the life of paul simons. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 188 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in NY, CT, DC.
Avalon Nature Preserve Inc. has distributed a total of $1.2M across 188 grants. The median grant size is $369, with an average of $6K. Individual grants have ranged from N/A to $125K.
Avalon Nature Preserve Inc. typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Avalon Nature Preserve Inc. is headquartered in STONY BROOK, NY. While based in NY, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 16 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Katharine Griffiths | PRESIDENT | $302K | $46K | $348K |
| Elizabeth Williamson | SECRETARY/TREASURER | $159K | $64K | $223K |
| John Casey | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Gregg Eisenstein | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Charles Munch | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Victoria Gerard | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Paul Randall | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Michael Strozier | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Robert Gaffney | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$5.8M
Total Assets
$46.1M
Fair Market Value
$46.1M
Net Worth
$45.9M
Grants Paid
$212K
Contributions
$8.7M
Net Investment Income
$101K
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
188
Total Giving
$1.2M
Average Grant
$6K
Median Grant
$369
Unique Recipients
65
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stony Brook FoundationGENERAL SUPPORT | Stony Brook, NY | $500 | 2023 |
| American Cancer SocietyGENERAL SUPPORT | Hagerstown, MD | $100 | 2023 |
| Village Of Head Of The HarborGENERAL SUPPORT | St James, NY | $41K | 2023 |
| The Safina CenterGENERAL SUPPORT | Setauket, NY | $30K | 2023 |
| Connecticut Fund For The EnvironmentGENERAL SUPPORT | New Haven, CT | $25K | 2023 |
| Western Suffolk BocesGENERAL SUPPORT | Huntington Station, NY | $25K | 2023 |
| The Nature ConservancyGENERAL SUPPORT | East Hampton, NY | $15K | 2023 |
| Wildlife Kids Club International IncGENERAL SUPPORT | Middle Island, NY | $13K | 2023 |
| Peconic Land TrustGENERAL SUPPORT | Southampton, NY | $10K | 2023 |
| Sweetbriar Nature CenterGENERAL SUPPORT | Smithtown, NY | $9K | 2023 |
| Ward Melville Heritage OrganizationGENERAL SUPPORT | Stony Brook, NY | $6K | 2023 |
| Old Field Farm LtdGENERAL SUPPORT | Stony Brook, NY | $4K | 2023 |
| Quogue Wildlife RefugeGENERAL SUPPORT | Quogue, NY | $3K | 2023 |
| Long Island Seaport & Eco-CenterGENERAL SUPPORT | Port Jefferson, NY | $3K | 2023 |
| Frank Melville Memorial ParkMAINTAINING THE PRESERVE FOR VISITORS TO ENJOY THROUGHOUT ALL SEASONS. | Setauket, NY | $3K | 2023 |
| Danny And Ron'S RescueGENERAL SUPPORT | Camden, SC | $2K | 2023 |
| Land Trust AllianceGENERAL SUPPORT | Washington, DC | $1K | 2023 |
| Longhouse ReserveGENERAL SUPPORT | East Hampton, NY | $1K | 2023 |
| Three Village Community TrustGENERAL SUPPORT | Setauket, NY | $1K | 2023 |
| Hallockville Museum FarmGENERAL SUPPORT | Riverhead, NY | $1K | 2023 |
| St Jude Children'S Research HospitalGENERAL SUPPORT | Memphis, TN | $600 | 2023 |
| American Himalayan FoundationGENERAL SUPPORT | San Francisco, CA | $500 | 2023 |
| African Wildlife FoundationGENERAL SUPPORT | Washington, DC | $500 | 2023 |
| Doctors Without BordersGENERAL SUPPORT | Hagerstown, MD | $500 | 2023 |
| Friends Of HempsteadGENERAL SUPPORT | Merrick, NY | $500 | 2023 |
| Three Village Garden ClubGENERAL SUPPORT | Setauket, NY | $500 | 2023 |
| Four Harbors Audubon SocietyGENERAL SUPPORT | St James, NY | $500 | 2023 |
| World Wildlife FundGENERAL SUPPORT | Washington, DC | $338 | 2023 |
| Brightfocus FoundationGENERAL SUPPORT | Clarksburg, MD | $300 | 2023 |
| International Rescue CommitteeGENERAL SUPPORT | Albert Lea, MN | $216 | 2023 |
| The Sato ProjectGENERAL SUPPORT | Brooklyn, NY | $206 | 2023 |
| Island HarvestGENERAL SUPPORT | Melville, NY | $206 | 2023 |
| Borderlands Restoration NetworkGENERAL SUPPORT | Patagonia, AZ | $206 | 2023 |
| The Headstrong ProjectGENERAL SUPPORT | Boston, MA | $204 | 2023 |
| The Trevor Project DevelopmentGENERAL SUPPORT | West Hollywood, CA | $200 | 2023 |
| PetaGENERAL SUPPORT | Norfolk, VA | $200 | 2023 |
| Save-A-PetGENERAL SUPPORT | Port Jefferson Station, NY | $200 | 2023 |
| Guide Dog FoundationGENERAL SUPPORT | Smithtown, NY | $200 | 2023 |
| AspcaGENERAL SUPPORT | New York, NY | $200 | 2023 |
| Wounded Warrior ProjectGENERAL SUPPORT | Jacksonville, FL | $200 | 2023 |
| Maureens Haven IncGENERAL SUPPORT | Riverhead, NY | $150 | 2023 |
| Humane Society Of The United StatesGENERAL SUPPORT | Washington, DC | $150 | 2023 |
| American Heart AssociationGENERAL SUPPORT | Dallas, TX | $120 | 2023 |
| Animal Rescue FoundationGENERAL SUPPORT | Walnut Creek, CA | $100 | 2023 |
| Alzheimer'S Association Long Island ChapterGENERAL SUPPORT | Melville, NY | $100 | 2023 |
| Humane Society Of New YorkGENERAL SUPPORT | New York, NY | $100 | 2023 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma SocietyGENERAL SUPPORT | New York, NY | $100 | 2023 |
| March Of DimesGENERAL SUPPORT | Topeka, KS | $100 | 2023 |
| National Wildlife FederationGENERAL SUPPORT | Reston, VA | $100 | 2023 |
| United Capital Speedskating ClubGENERAL SUPPORT | Rockville, MD | $100 | 2023 |