The Casper-Adams Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Casper-Adams Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $819,850 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $300,000. 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$819,850
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$18.3 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2025 was up from $779,646 the year before.
27% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $0 | 0 | $18.0 million |
| 2023 | $826,500 | 25 | $18.0 million |
| 2024 | $779,646 | 18 | $17.8 million |
| 2025 | $819,850 | 17 | $18.3 million |
How to apply
The Casper-Adams 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 Casper-Adams Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 17 | $819,850 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tampa Museum of Art Inc | Centennial Campaign | $300,000 |
| Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center | General & Unrestricted | $250,000 |
| Academy of the Holy Names of Florida Inc | Academy Ascending campaign | $100,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Tampa Bay | 3DE School Benefactor and Sponsor Fund at Hillsborough high school 2025-2026 school year | $50,000 |
| Tampa Museum of Art Inc | 2025 Pavilion Fund | $25,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Tampa Bay | General & Unrestricted | $15,750 |
| Skills Center Inc | Capital Campaign | $15,000 |
| H Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute | 2025 Magnolia Ball | $10,000 |
| Tampa Bay History Center Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Tampa Bay History Center Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Tampa Museum of Art Inc | Balmain City 2025 | $10,000 |
| Chiselers Inc | Charitable Event | $5,000 |
| Gasparilla Festival of the Arts Inc | 2025 GFA Artist Award Benefactor Sponsorship Fund | $5,000 |
| Tampa Museum of Art Inc | Pavilion Fund | $5,000 |
| Tampa Theatre Inc | Winefest 2025 Fund | $5,000 |
| Tampa Museum of Art Inc | 2025 Pride & Passion Event | $2,500 |
| 1VOICE Foundation Inc | Lemon Drop The Mic | $1,600 |
Officers and trustees
- Allison Casper Adams
- Blake Joseph Casper
Questions people ask
Does The Casper-Adams Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Casper-Adams Foundation give?
$819,850 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Casper-Adams Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Allison Casper Adams (Trustee) and Blake Joseph Casper (Trustee).
What does The Casper-Adams Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.