The Comfort Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Comfort Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $173,648 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $166 and the largest $76,945. 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$173,648
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$166
- Largest grant$76,945
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2024 was up from $59,324 the year before.
63% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $59,324 | 12 | $190,949 |
| 2024 | $173,648 | 16 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
The Comfort 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 Comfort Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 14 | $173,341 |
| New York | 1 | $207 |
| Illinois | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cornerstone Craftsman Inc | General operations | $76,945 |
| Alexandria Country Day School Inc | General operations | $35,750 |
| Communities in Schools of Nova Inc | General operations | $22,500 |
| Act for Alexandria | General operations | $20,000 |
| Spitfire Club | General operations | $7,000 |
| Alexandria Symphony Orchestra Inc | General operations | $5,750 |
| Volunteer Alexandria Inc | General operations | $5,000 |
| Grapevine Giving Foundation | General operations | $207 |
| Carpenters Shelter Inc | General operations | $126 |
| The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International | General operations | $100 |
| Alive Inc | General operations | $81 |
| Animal Welfare League of Alexandria Virginia Incorporated | General operations | $54 |
| Space of Her Own Incorporated | General operations | $54 |
| Alexandria Police Boys Camp Inc | General operations | $27 |
| Arcadia Food Inc | General operations | $27 |
| Wilderness Kids Alexandria Inc | General operations | $27 |
Officers and trustees
- Adam B Comfort
- Loretta M Comfort
- Robert D Comfort
- Katherine Comfort
Questions people ask
Does The Comfort Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Comfort Family Foundation give?
$173,648 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $166.
Who runs The Comfort Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Adam B Comfort (Director, Treasurer), Loretta M Comfort (Director, Secretary), Robert D Comfort (Director, Presidendt) and Katherine Comfort (Executive Director).
What does The Comfort Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and youth programs.