The Barbara Frances Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Barbara Frances Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $216,250 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$216,250
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$939,580
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $138,045 the year before.
25% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $0 | 0 | $526,042 |
| 2023 | $44,833 | 14 | $775,149 |
| 2024 | $138,045 | 27 | $822,466 |
| 2025 | $216,250 | 15 | $939,580 |
How to apply
The Barbara Frances 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 The Barbara Frances Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 9 | $122,750 |
| New York | 6 | $93,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Caring House Inc | Caring House Expansion FUND | $50,000 |
| St Bonaventure University Business Office - Hopkin | Bona Annual Fund | $50,000 |
| Caring House Inc | General & Unrestricted | $12,000 |
| Carying Place Incorporated | General & Unrestricted | $12,000 |
| Haven House Inc | General & Unrestricted | $12,000 |
| Neighborup | General & Unrestricted | $12,000 |
| Raleigh Rescue Mission Incorporated | General & Unrestricted | $12,000 |
| Canisius High School | Koessler Fields | $10,000 |
| Canisius High School | Annual fund | $10,000 |
| St Bonaventure University Business Office - Hopkin | Bona Athletic fund | $10,000 |
| St Bonaventure University Business Office - Hopkin | Charitable Event | $7,500 |
| Holy Name of Jesus Cathedral | General & Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| St Bonaventure University Business Office - Hopkin | warming house fund | $6,000 |
| Individual | Hardship Assistance Grant | $5,000 |
| Individual | Hardship Assistance Grant | $1,750 |
Officers and trustees
- Kelly Mulhern
- Mark Mulhern
Questions people ask
Does The Barbara Frances Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Barbara Frances Family Foundation Inc give?
$216,250 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Barbara Frances Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Kelly Mulhern (Dir, Sec) and Mark Mulhern (Dir, Pres, Treas).
What does The Barbara Frances Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.