Conant Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Conant Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $196,000 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $55,000. 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$196,000
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$55,000
- Assets$7.4 million
- New grantees73%
Giving in 2024 was up from $151,950 the year before.
73% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $157,580 | 19 | $4.7 million |
| 2023 | $151,950 | 15 | $5.9 million |
| 2024 | $196,000 | 16 | $7.4 million |
How to apply
Conant 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 Conant Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 3 | $67,000 |
| Texas | 3 | $37,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $30,000 |
| California | 6 | $26,500 |
| Utah | 1 | $20,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $10,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Young Life | General & Unrestricted | $55,000 |
| National Christian Charitable Foundation Inc | Gratis 7 Media Group | $30,000 |
| Montessori Childrens House and School Inc | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Refuge Church | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| American Red Cross | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Friends of the University Park Public Library | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Kids in Need Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Young Life | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Healthnetwork Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Together We Rise Corporation | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of Huntington Valley | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Saint Michael and All Angels Foundation of Dallas | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Life in Balance Mind Body Spirit | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| St Andrews Presbyterian Church | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Assistance League of Newport-Mesa | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Desert Community Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Catherine Conant
- David M Conant
- Taylor Conant
- Marlene Lewis
Questions people ask
Does Conant Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Conant Family Foundation give?
$196,000 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Conant Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Catherine Conant (Dir, Sec), David M Conant (CEO, Dir, Pres), Taylor Conant (Dir) and Marlene Lewis (Dir).
What does Conant Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.