This web site provides background on the Anne S. Richardson Fund. The Fund was created in the mid-1960s under the will of Anne S. Richardson to support charitable purposes.
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| | - Eight organizations recommended by Miss Richardson;
- In Ridgefield, Connecticut: programs that assist lower-income people or are of broad interest to the community; and
- In Fairfield County, Connecticut: programs that promote the independence of women, support the lesbian and gay community, encourage youth development, or promote environmental conservation.
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| | Connecticut, particularly the Town of Ridgefield and Fairfield County. |
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| | No grants are made to individuals or private foundations or for matching gifts or loans. |
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| | Organizations must be classified by the Internal Revenue Service as public charities and tax-exempt under section 501 (c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. |
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| | Proposals should be submitted by March 2nd. Decisions are made before the Fund’s fiscal year end, which is July 31st. |
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| | Project, capital and, in limited circumstances, operating |
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| | Sole trustee |
