The Giving Tree Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Giving Tree Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $68,300 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $20,300. 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$68,300
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$20,300
- Assets$509,895
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was up from $48,519 the year before.
75% 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 | $50,000 | 8 | $488,421 |
| 2024 | $48,519 | 4 | $509,276 |
| 2025 | $68,300 | 6 | $509,895 |
How to apply
The Giving Tree 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 Giving Tree Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to U.S. Virgin Islands.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Virgin Islands | 4 | $54,300 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gifft Hill School | Gifft Hill Scholarship fund | $20,300 |
| Gifft Hill School | Giving Tree Scholarship Fund | $19,000 |
| Gifft Hill School | E. E. Ford Fund | $10,000 |
| Virginia Tech Foundation Inc | Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets Commandant's Priorities Fund | $10,000 |
| Island Green Building Association | Sustain Recycling Program | $5,000 |
| Fairfield Countys Community Foundation Inc | Reagan Sloane Shanley Fund | $4,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kaitlin Leigh Barry
- Karen A Thurman
- Kyle Joseph Thurman
- Kelly Ann Thurman Luciano
Questions people ask
Does The Giving Tree Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Giving Tree Foundation give?
$68,300 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Giving Tree Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kaitlin Leigh Barry (VP, Dir), Karen A Thurman (Pres, Dir, Sec), Kyle Joseph Thurman (VP, Dir) and Kelly Ann Thurman Luciano (VP, Dir).
What does The Giving Tree Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.