The Boone Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Boone Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $67,500 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $22,500. 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$67,500
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$22,500
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2024 was up from $27,000 the year before.
71% 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 | $318,500 | 5 | $1.7 million |
| 2023 | $27,000 | 5 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $67,500 | 7 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
The Boone 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 The Boone Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $67,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Zendo Project Inc | General & Unrestricted | $22,500 |
| San Marin High School | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Oracle Independent Study | SchoolsRule Equity in Education Fund | $10,000 |
| PTA California Congress of Parents Teachers & Stud | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Circle of Sacred Nature | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| NAMI - Yolo | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Vertical Horizons | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Andrew J Boone
- Karen Boone
Questions people ask
Does The Boone Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Boone Family Foundation give?
$67,500 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Boone Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Andrew J Boone (Dir, Pres) and Karen Boone (Dir, Sec, Treas).
What does The Boone Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.