The Fann Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Fann Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $102,500 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$102,500
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$2.4 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $102,500 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $107,500 | 13 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $102,500 | 13 | $2.3 million |
| 2025 | $102,500 | 13 | $2.4 million |
How to apply
The Fann 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 Fann Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 9 | $75,500 |
| Ohio | 3 | $17,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bridge of Hope Inc | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| A Haven | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Calvary Evangelical Lutheran Church | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Cleveland Lutheran High School Association | Tuition Assistance fund | $10,000 |
| Safe Harbor of Chester County Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| United Negro College Fund Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| West Chester Food Cupboard | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Care Center Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $7,500 |
| Philabundance | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Travis Manion Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Wittenberg College Board of Directors | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Make-A-Wish Foundation of Philadelphia and Susqueh | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Cleveland Lutheran High School Association | Triumph Fund | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeffrey Black
- Melinda Black
Questions people ask
Does The Fann Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Fann Family Foundation give?
$102,500 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Fann Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jeffrey Black (Trustee) and Melinda Black (Trustee).
What does The Fann Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.