Connolly Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Connolly Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.0 million in 37 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $192,857. 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$1.0 million
- Number of grants37
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$192,857
- Assets$37.2 million
- New grantees49%
Giving in 2024 was up from $628,357 the year before.
49% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $1.2 million | 44 | $26.0 million |
| 2022 | $1.0 million | 35 | $26.8 million |
| 2023 | $628,357 | 28 | $33.0 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 37 | $37.2 million |
How to apply
Connolly Family Foundation Inc 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 Connolly Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 29 | $739,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $192,857 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $50,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $50,000 |
| Kentucky | 2 | $6,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 2 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Administrators of the Tulane Educational Fund | Connolly Family Business Management, Minor Endowed Fund | $192,857 |
| Atlanta Historical Society Inc | Centennial Campaign | $100,000 |
| Atlanta Police Foundation Inc | Public Safety Training Center. | $100,000 |
| The Atlanta Opera Inc | Studio Tour Program | $100,000 |
| City of Refuge Inc | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| George West Mental Health Foundation Inc | Charitable Event | $50,000 |
| Georgia Justice Project Inc | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Trenton Youth Wrestling Trenton Youth Wrestling an | Campaign for the Trenton Youth and Learning Center | $50,000 |
| Year Up Inc | The Atlanta, Georgia Year Up Program | $50,000 |
| Atlanta Union Mission Corporation HCSR | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Covenant House Georgia Inc | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Northside Youth Organization Inc | Sharing the Gift Campaign. | $25,000 |
| Soccer in the Streets Inc | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Atlanta Historical Society Inc | Annual Education Program | $15,000 |
| Atlanta Urban Squash Inc | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Atlanta Youth Academies Inc | Tuition Scholarship Fund | $15,000 |
| Camp Twin Lakes Inc | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| East Lake Foundation Inc | Drew Academy's College and Career Readiness Program | $15,000 |
| Kidz 2 Leaders Inc | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Angel Flight Soars Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Atlanta-Fulton County Zoo Inc | Education Programming. | $10,000 |
| Bobby Dodd Institute Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Buckhead Christian Ministry Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Cristo Rey Atlanta Jesuit High School Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Elevate Atlanta Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| No Longer Bound Inc | Transition Expansion. | $10,000 |
| Buckhead Christian Ministry Inc | Charitable Event | $8,500 |
| Buckhead Christian Ministry Inc | Charitable Event | $8,000 |
| Blue Grass Community Foundation Inc | Light up racing fund | $5,000 |
| Open Hand Atlanta Inc | Charitable Event | $5,000 |
| Shepherd Center Foundation Inc | Charitable Event | $5,000 |
| Washington & Lee University | W&L Fund for Area of Greatest Need | $5,000 |
| Peachtree Road Methodist Church | The Preschool Parents Council Classroom run by Ms. Amanda / Ms.Sinclaire | $2,500 |
| Race Track Chaplaincy of America | Sponsor a Family For Christmas | $1,000 |
| Race Track Chaplaincy of America | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Thoroughbred Charities of America Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| The Giving Kitchen Initiative Inc | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- John L Connolly
- John L Connolly Jr
- Catherine Greer Connolly
- Anne Muller
Questions people ask
Does Connolly Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Connolly Family Foundation Inc give?
$1.0 million in tax year 2024, across 37 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Connolly Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists John L Connolly (Dir, Pres), John L Connolly Jr (Treas), Catherine Greer Connolly (VP) and Anne Muller (Sec).
What does Connolly Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and youth programs.