Cherry Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Cherry Family Foundation is a private foundation in West Hartford, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $69,750 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $35,000. 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$69,750
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$35,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees73%
Giving in 2024 was down from $72,090 the year before.
73% 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 | $72,090 | 12 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $69,750 | 15 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
Cherry 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 Cherry Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 4 | $39,500 |
| Vermont | 10 | $29,250 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dan Cosgrove Animal Shelter | Current Use for General Charitable Purposes | $35,000 |
| Neighborhood Connections Inc | Current Use for General Charitable Purposes | $11,500 |
| Grace Cottage | Current Use for General Charitable Purposes | $7,000 |
| Weston Playhouse Theatre Co | Current Use for General Charitable Purposes | $4,400 |
| Vermont Foodbank | Current Use for General Charitable Purposes | $3,000 |
| Aurora Womens & Girls Foundation | Current Use for General Charitable Purposes | $2,500 |
| Brittany Rescue In Texas Inc | Current Use for General Charitable Purposes | $1,000 |
| Hundred Club of Connecticut Inc | Current Use for General Charitable Purposes | $1,000 |
| Reeno Foundation Company | Current Use for General Charitable Purposes | $1,000 |
| Thin Line Peer Support Team Inc | Current Use for General Charitable Purposes | $1,000 |
| Manchester Community Library | Current Use for General Charitable Purposes | $750 |
| South Londonderry Library Association Inc | Current Use for General Charitable Purposes | $500 |
| The Collaborative | Current Use for General Charitable Purposes | $500 |
| Windham Community Organization | Current Use for General Charitable Purposes | $500 |
| West River Community Project Company | Current Use for General Charitable Purposes | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- David A Cherry
- Thomas R Cherry
Questions people ask
Does Cherry Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cherry Family Foundation give?
$69,750 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Cherry Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists David A Cherry (Trustee) and Thomas R Cherry (Trustee).
What does Cherry Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.