Corbet Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Corbet Family Foundation is a private foundation in New Canaan, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $458,211 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $200,500. 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$458,211
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$200,500
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees87%
Giving in 2025 was up from $346,612 the year before.
87% of its 2025 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 | $156,138 | 18 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $346,612 | 17 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $458,211 | 23 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
Corbet 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 Corbet Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 17 | $446,558 |
| New York | 4 | $10,553 |
| Missouri | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Mark's Church | Charitable | $200,500 |
| Waveny Lifecare Network - Kmfruin Nursing School | Charitable | $178,177 |
| St Aloysius Church | Charitable | $37,500 |
| The New Canaan Land Trust | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Wwwdonorschooseorg | Charitable | $9,793 |
| Yale Campaign School | Charitable | $5,033 |
| Waveny Park Conservancy | Charitable | $5,000 |
| New Canaan Rotary Fndn | Charitable | $3,320 |
| The Maritime Aquarium | Charitable | $2,500 |
| New Canaan Historical Society | Charitable | $1,288 |
| Malta House Inc | Charitable | $1,036 |
| Elsberry Hs | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Rev Elizabeth Garnsey | Charitable | $750 |
| Kids Empowered | Charitable | $518 |
| BREAKTHROUGHT1D JDRF Jdrforg Ny | Charitable | $260 |
| Rotary International | Charitable | $259 |
| United Methodist Church of New C Umcofnewcanaa CT | Charitable | $258 |
| Episcopal Church Foundation | Charitable | $250 |
| Kidsor-Usa | Charitable | $250 |
| P2PHELPSORG | Charitable | $213 |
| Blossom Hill Foundation | Charitable | $103 |
| NC Beautification | Charitable | $103 |
| Explorica Inc | Charitable | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Kathleen Corbet
- John R Corbet
Questions people ask
Does Corbet Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Corbet Family Foundation give?
$458,211 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Corbet Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kathleen Corbet (Trustee) and John R Corbet (Trustee).
What does Corbet Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and environment and conservation.