Bucks Creek Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bucks Creek Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $691,000 in 65 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $75,000. 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$691,000
- Number of grants65
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$5.8 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was down from $915,000 the year before.
40% 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 | $915,000 | 64 | $5.4 million |
| 2024 | $691,000 | 65 | $5.8 million |
How to apply
Bucks Creek 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 Bucks Creek Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 18 | $229,500 |
| New York | 11 | $127,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 5 | $75,000 |
| Virginia | 4 | $72,500 |
| Florida | 8 | $63,000 |
| Massachusetts | 9 | $49,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $40,000 |
| California | 2 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $10,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Solutions Inc | United for Brownsville | $75,000 |
| St Thomas the Apostle Roman Catholic Church Corpor | Challenge Fund | $60,000 |
| National Psoriasis Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| The Carver Inc | Summer Middle School Program | $50,000 |
| Bucknell University | Dean of Students Fund | $40,000 |
| Environmental Law Alliance Worldwide | Territorios Diversos Para la Vida | $40,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs Foundation of Indian River Coun | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Norwalk Housing Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Shepherds Inc | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Jane Doe No More Incorporated | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| St Thomas the Apostle Roman Catholic Church Corpor | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| United Way of Cape Cod | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Bucknell University | Bridget LaCroix Lecky '09 Scholarship | $15,000 |
| Indian River County HFH | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| University of Richmond | Michael Ice Scholarship Fund | $12,500 |
| Bucknell University | Caitlin Koles LaCroix ('11) and Kathryn Schatz Koles ('77) Annual Scholarship Fund | $10,000 |
| Ithaca College | Dr. Mulugetta Endowed Scholarship Fund | $10,000 |
| Lower Cape Outreach Council Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| United Way of Indian River County Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Americares Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Mass Metrowest | John's Brothers: Celebrating 25 Years with Holy Cross | $5,000 |
| Bucknell University | Women's Lacrosse | $5,000 |
| Bucknell University | Film & Media Studies Department to support trips to film festivals and bringing relevant speakers to campus | $5,000 |
| Citylax Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Fdny Hispanic Society Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Fdny Phoenix Society Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Individual | Hardship Assistance Grant | $5,000 |
| Jacobin Foundation LTD | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Mercy Learning Center of Bridgeport Incorporated | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Southern Poverty Law Center Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| The Center for Investigative Reporting Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| The Hope for Families Center Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| The Trevor Project Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Thomas R Elsasser Memorial Scholarship Fund Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Trustees of the College of the Holy Cross | Men's Lacrosse | $5,000 |
| Ufa Widows & Childrens Fund | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| University of Richmond | Robins School of Business | $5,000 |
| University of Richmond | Men's Varsity Lacrosse Team | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Caitlin E LaCroix
- Christopher LaCroix
- Kathleen LaCroix
Questions people ask
Does Bucks Creek Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bucks Creek Foundation give?
$691,000 in tax year 2024, across 65 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Bucks Creek Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Caitlin E LaCroix (Trustee, Managing Dir), Christopher LaCroix (Trustee) and Kathleen LaCroix (Trustee).
What does Bucks Creek Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and faith communities.