The Caine Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Caine Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $102,065 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 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$102,065
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees62%
Giving in 2025 was up from $70,700 the year before.
62% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $23,400 | 23 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $70,700 | 9 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $102,065 | 16 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
The Caine 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 Caine Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York. It also paid $500 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 6 | $93,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $3,465 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $3,000 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center | Dr. Michael Postow's Research for Melanoma Therapies | $50,000 |
| Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center | Dr. Edmund Bartlett's Melanoma Research | $25,000 |
| Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center | Dr. Samuel Samuel Singer's sarcoma research | $10,000 |
| American Friends of Magen David Adom | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Friends of the Israel Defense Forces | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County Inc | JWF 2025 Trustee Contribution | $2,000 |
| Impact 100 Palm Beach County Inc | 2024-2025 Grant Giving Year -Membership Linda Caine | $1,100 |
| Center for Building Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Energy for Growth Hub | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Platelet Disorder Support Association Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Prostate Cancer Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| World Central Kitchen Incorporated | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| American Friends of Uhn Inc | Charitable Event | $500 |
| Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County Inc | JFSPBC 2025 Annual Campaign | $365 |
| Charity Navigator | General & Unrestricted | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Eric B Caine
- Linda Caine
- Mark E Caine
- Paul J Caine
- Robert Caine
Questions people ask
Does The Caine Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Caine Family Foundation give?
$102,065 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Caine Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Eric B Caine (VP), Linda Caine (Dir, Sec, Co- Pres), Mark E Caine (VP) and Paul J Caine (VP) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Caine Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, science and research and faith communities.