Kelsey Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kelsey Family Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $55,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $3,250 and the largest $19,000. 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$55,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$3,250
- Largest grant$19,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2024 was down from $60,000 the year before.
14% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $60,000 | 30 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $55,000 | 14 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
Kelsey Family Foundation 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 Kelsey Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 11 | $46,500 |
| New York | 1 | $4,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $3,500 |
| Wyoming | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Catholic Big Brothers Big Sisters of Los Angeles County | Champions for youth virtual event | $19,000 |
| Keck School of Medicine | Usc pain center | $5,000 |
| Midland School | Annual scholarship fund | $5,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General fund | $4,000 |
| Food Forward | General fund | $4,000 |
| The Waldorf School of Santa Barbara | General fund | $4,000 |
| Greenpeace | Protecting and preserving the environment | $3,500 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County | To provide food for orange county residents in need | $3,000 |
| Corpus Christi Church | General fund | $2,500 |
| Olive Crest | General fund | $2,000 |
| Off Square Theatre Company | Training and educational programs | $1,000 |
| Santa Catalina School Fund | General fund | $1,000 |
| Corpus Christi School | General fund | $500 |
| Desert Community Foundation | Marrakesh scholarship fund | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Kathleen K Macker
- Van R Kelsey III
- Mark R Kelsey
Questions people ask
Does Kelsey Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kelsey Family Foundation give?
$55,000 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $3,250.
Who runs Kelsey Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Kathleen K Macker (V.P. & Operating Director), Van R Kelsey III (V.P. & Operating Director) and Mark R Kelsey (President).
What does Kelsey Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and food and hunger.