Kastory Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kastory Family Foundation is a private foundation in West Hartford, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $220,000 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $80,000. 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$220,000
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$80,000
- Assets$3.4 million
- New grantees65%
Giving in 2024 was up from $150,000 the year before.
65% 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 | $150,000 | 11 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $220,000 | 17 | $3.4 million |
How to apply
Kastory 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 Kastory Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 5 | $115,000 |
| Illinois | 3 | $45,000 |
| New York | 4 | $35,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $10,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $5,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $5,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United Against Poverty | Current use for general charitable purposes | $80,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Current use for general charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Learning Alliance Inc | Current use for general charitable purposes | $15,000 |
| Saratoga Performing Arts Center | Current use for general charitable purposes | $15,000 |
| The Cara Program | Current use for general charitable purposes | $15,000 |
| Skidmore College | Current use for general charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Vero Beach Museum of Art | Current use for general charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Double H Ranch | Current use for general charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Duke University | Current use and general charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Gift of Adoption Fund | Current use for general charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Nest Inc | Current use for general charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Mayo Clinic | Current use for general charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Robert Halping Cancer Care Fund | Current use for general charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| John's Island Foundation | Current use for general charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Unity Farm Sanctuary | Current use for general charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Charles River Church | Current use for general charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Alzheimer Parkinsons Assn of Indian River County | Current use for general charitable purposes | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bernard H Kastory
- Mark B Kastory
- Molly Kastory
Questions people ask
Does Kastory Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kastory Family Foundation give?
$220,000 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Kastory Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Bernard H Kastory (Trustee), Mark B Kastory (Trustee) and Molly Kastory (Trustee).
What does Kastory Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and health.