The Carr Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Carr Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Anchorage, Alaska. In tax year 2024 it gave $687,000 in 53 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $110,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$687,000
- Number of grants53
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$110,000
- Assets$12.3 million
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2024 was up from $600,500 the year before.
28% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $600,500 | 57 | $11.6 million |
| 2024 | $687,000 | 53 | $12.3 million |
How to apply
The Carr Foundation Inc says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What The Carr Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Alaska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alaska | 50 | $642,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $25,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $15,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Covenant House Alaska | Support general charitable purposes | $110,000 |
| Mountain View Health Services | Support general charitable purposes | $60,000 |
| Wasilla Area Seniors Inc | Support general charitable purposes | $30,000 |
| Holy Rosary Academy | Support general charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Gnhaik | Support general charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Support general charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Bean's Cafe | Support general charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Facing Foster Care | Support general charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Trugame | Support general charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Anchorage Park Foundation | Support general charitable purposes | $15,000 |
| Anchorage Youth Court | Support general charitable purposes | $15,000 |
| Healthy Futures | Support general charitable purposes | $15,000 |
| Multilple Myeloma Research Foundation | Support general charitable purposes | $15,000 |
| Uaa College of Arts & Sciences | Support general charitable purposes | $15,000 |
| Alaska Center for the Performing Arts | Support general charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Alaska Children's Trust | Support general charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Alaska Junior Theatre | Support general charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Alaska Legal Services | Support general charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Alaska Youth Orchestras | Support general charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Anchorage Ski Club | Support general charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Anchorage Symphony Orchestra | Support general charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Anchorage Waldorf School | Support general charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Bethel Family Clinic | Support general charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Girls on the Run Southcentral Alaska | Support general charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Hospice of Anchorage | Support general charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Providence Alaska Foundation | Support general charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Red Cross of Alaska | Support general charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Volunteers of America | Support general charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Young Life Anc | Support general charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| YWCA Alaska | Support general charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Anchorage Opera | Support general charitable purposes | $9,000 |
| Skiku | Support general charitable purposes | $7,500 |
| Kenai Peninsula Food Bank | Support general charitable purposes | $7,000 |
| Alaska Chamber Singers | Support general charitable purposes | $6,000 |
| Alaska Autism Resource Center | Support general charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Alaska Institute for Justice | Support general charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Alaska Native Heritage Center | Support general charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| American Legion Auxiliary | Support general charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Anchorage Concert Association | Support general charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Best Beginnings | Support general charitable purposes | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lauren Blanchett
- Nathan Carr
- Jacqueline Carr
- Collin Agni
- Claire Agni
Questions people ask
Does The Carr Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Carr Foundation Inc give?
$687,000 in tax year 2024, across 53 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Carr Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Lauren Blanchett (President, Treasurer), Nathan Carr (Vice President), Jacqueline Carr (Secretary) and Collin Agni (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Carr Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, arts and culture and youth programs.