Kerr Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kerr Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $82,950 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $24,000. 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$82,950
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$24,000
- Assets$710,600
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2025 was up from $65,320 the year before.
36% of its 2025 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 | $69,950 | 26 | $765,230 |
| 2024 | $65,320 | 21 | $719,005 |
| 2025 | $82,950 | 21 | $710,600 |
How to apply
Kerr 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 Kerr Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 19 | $78,950 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Home of Guiding Hands Corporation | Charitable Event | $24,000 |
| Theatre & Arts Foundation of San Diego County | Charitable Event | $10,000 |
| Vision of Children | Charitable Event | $10,000 |
| Old Globe Theatre | Old Globe General Fund | $5,000 |
| Theatre & Arts Foundation of San Diego County | Charitable Event | $5,000 |
| Vapa Foundation | Annual gala Scholarship Fund | $5,000 |
| Foundation for Animal Care and Education | Charitable Event | $4,400 |
| International Community Foundation | Charitable Event | $4,000 |
| San Diego Symphony Orchestra Association | Charitable Event | $4,000 |
| Global Sanctuary for Elephants | Funds for adding pupy to the family | $2,000 |
| Global Sanctuary for Elephants | Elephant Relocation | $2,000 |
| Performing Animal Welfare Society | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| The Country Friends Inc | Charitable Event | $1,500 |
| Vision of Children | Charitable Event | $1,500 |
| San Diego Automotive Museum Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Operation Game on | General & Unrestricted | $750 |
| Operation Game on | Charitable Event | $450 |
| Return to Freedom Inc | General & Unrestricted | $400 |
| Vision of Children | Charitable Event | $175 |
| Vision of Children | General & Unrestricted | $175 |
| The Country Friends Inc | General & Unrestricted | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Lynda Kerr
- Richard Kerr
Questions people ask
Does Kerr Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kerr Family Foundation give?
$82,950 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Kerr Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lynda Kerr (Sec, Dir) and Richard Kerr (Pres, Dir).
What does Kerr Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, youth programs and education.