Caplan Family Foundation Trust
Preselected recipients only
Caplan Family Foundation Trust is a private foundation in Greenwich, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $305,750 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$305,750
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$617,439
- New grantees82%
Giving in 2024 was up from $85,000 the year before.
82% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $85,000 | 5 | $48,081 |
| 2024 | $305,750 | 14 | $617,439 |
How to apply
Caplan Family Foundation Trust 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 Caplan Family Foundation Trust funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York. It also paid $10,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 7 | $212,500 |
| New Jersey | 4 | $75,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $7,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $750 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fordham University | General purpose | $100,000 |
| Orthodox Jewish Cong of America | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Tikva Org | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Merit Spread Foundation | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Fordham University | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Tikva Org | General purpose | $15,000 |
| Glasswing Int'l | General purpose | $10,000 |
| JCC Dubai | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Tikva Org | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Warriors of Light | General purpose | $7,000 |
| Read Ahead Inc | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Auschwitz Jewish Center | General purpose | $2,500 |
| Pan Mass Challenge Inc | General purpose | $750 |
| Prison Ministries Inc | General purpose | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Gordon Caplan
- Amy Caplan
Questions people ask
Does Caplan Family Foundation Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Caplan Family Foundation Trust give?
$305,750 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Caplan Family Foundation Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Gordon Caplan (President) and Amy Caplan (Vice Preside).
What does Caplan Family Foundation Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.