Birney Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Birney Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $11,777 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $7,777. 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$11,777
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$7,777
- Assets$355,176
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $3,000 the year before.
33% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3,000 | 2 | $373,538 |
| 2024 | $11,777 | 3 | $355,176 |
How to apply
Birney 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 Birney Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 2 | $9,777 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Longoria-Hosmer Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $7,777 |
| Ray of Hope Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Wu Martial Arts Association | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ceyan Birney
- James Birney
- Shanlenn Birney Colby
Questions people ask
Does Birney Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Birney Family Foundation give?
$11,777 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Birney Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ceyan Birney (Dir, Treas, Sec), James Birney (Dir) and Shanlenn Birney Colby (Dir, Pres).
What does Birney Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.