Carlson Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Carlson Family Foundation is a private foundation in Essex, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $67,754 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $30,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$67,754
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was up from $65,000 the year before.
13% of its 2025 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 | $65,000 | 11 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $65,000 | 9 | $443,033 |
| 2025 | $67,754 | 8 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Carlson 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 Carlson Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 7 | $56,754 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $11,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mitchell College | Education | $30,000 |
| Vanderbilt University | Education | $11,000 |
| Community Foundation of Middlesex | General operations | $10,000 |
| Community Music School | General operations | $5,000 |
| Connecticut Audubon Society | Program support | $5,000 |
| Essex Land Trust | General operations | $3,000 |
| The Conn Fdn for Dental Outreach | Program support | $3,000 |
| Ivoryton Playhouse | Program support | $754 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard E Carlson
- Jada Loutit
Questions people ask
Does Carlson Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Carlson Family Foundation give?
$67,754 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Carlson Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard E Carlson (Trustee) and Jada Loutit (Trustee).
What does Carlson Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and environment and conservation.