The Cassie Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Cassie Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $144,380 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $11,954 and the largest $26,000. 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$144,380
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$11,954
- Largest grant$26,000
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $84,988 the year before.
33% 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 | $145,000 | 8 | $2.4 million |
| 2024 | $84,988 | 9 | $2.5 million |
| 2025 | $144,380 | 10 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
The Cassie 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 Cassie Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 6 | $95,279 |
| Michigan | 4 | $49,101 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Valley Area Voc Ctr | Indian Valley Vocational Center Welding Program | $26,000 |
| Joliet Junior College Foundation | Joliet Junior College wrestling program | $25,000 |
| University of Illinois Foundation | Cassie Family Foundation scholarship fund | $19,641 |
| Wayne State University | support of the Department of Music through the Lillian J Cassie Ed.D. Endowed research fund | $19,641 |
| Sandwich Community High School | General & Unrestricted | $14,088 |
| Detroit Public Media | General & Unrestricted | $9,820 |
| Detroit Symphony Orchestra Hall Inc | General & Unrestricted | $9,820 |
| Grosse Pointe Chamber Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $9,820 |
| 4 Stray Paws Rescue | General & Unrestricted | $7,500 |
| Sandwich Community High School | for repairs and improvements as seen fit by the athletic department | $3,050 |
Officers and trustees
- Becky Cassie
- Kristian R Cassie
- Megan C Roche
Questions people ask
Does The Cassie Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Cassie Family Foundation give?
$144,380 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $11,954.
Who runs The Cassie Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Becky Cassie (Sec), Kristian R Cassie (Dir, Pres) and Megan C Roche (Dir).
What does The Cassie Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.