Kelly Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kelly Family Foundation is a private foundation in Newtown, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $500,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $140,000. 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$500,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$140,000
- Assets$2.2 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was up from $368,000 the year before.
44% 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 | $350,200 | 12 | $591,867 |
| 2024 | $368,000 | 9 | $636,788 |
| 2025 | $500,000 | 9 | $2.2 million |
How to apply
Kelly 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 Kelly Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 6 | $430,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $50,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Danbury Hospital & New Milford Hospital Foundation Inc | General support of charitable programs | $140,000 |
| Annual Bishop's Appeal - Diocese of Bridgeport | General support of charitable programs | $125,000 |
| Church of St Mary | General support of charitable programs | $65,000 |
| Case Alumni Association - Case Fund | General support of charitable programs | $50,000 |
| Catholic Charities of Fairfield County | General support of charitable programs | $50,000 |
| Off the Streets Inc | General support of charitable programs | $40,000 |
| Faith Food Pantry | General support of charitable programs | $10,000 |
| Our Lady of the Angels Friary | General support of charitable programs | $10,000 |
| Society of the Holy Child Jesus | General support of charitable programs | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James T Kelly
- Mary Lou Kelly
Questions people ask
Does Kelly Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kelly Family Foundation give?
$500,000 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Kelly Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James T Kelly (Trustee) and Mary Lou Kelly (Trustee).
What does Kelly Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.