Carey Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Carey Family Foundation is a private foundation in Darien, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $743,460 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $246,578 and the largest $250,665. 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$743,460
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$246,578
- Largest grant$250,665
- Assets$40.8 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $5.9 million the year before.
0% 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 | $5.9 million | 4 | $38.1 million |
| 2024 | $743,460 | 3 | $40.8 million |
How to apply
Carey 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 Carey Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New Hampshire.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Hampshire | 1 | $250,665 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $246,578 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $246,217 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colby Sawyer College | General Use | $250,665 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | General Use | $246,578 |
| Future 5 | General Use | $246,217 |
Officers and trustees
- Charles G Carey
- Wendy G Carey
Questions people ask
Does Carey Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Carey Family Foundation give?
$743,460 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $246,578.
Who runs Carey Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Charles G Carey (Trustee) and Wendy G Carey (Trustee).
What does Carey Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.