The Kelley Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Kelley Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $5,300 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $2,800. 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$5,300
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$2,800
- Assets$391,226
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $6,000 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 | $0 | 0 | $350,507 |
| 2024 | $6,000 | 4 | $358,864 |
| 2025 | $5,300 | 3 | $391,226 |
How to apply
The Kelley 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 Kelley Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Hawaii.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaii | 2 | $4,300 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Seabury Hall | General & Unrestricted | $2,800 |
| Friends of the Childrens Justice Center of Maui in | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Book Trust | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jennifer Kelley
- Fredrick Matson Kelley III
Questions people ask
Does The Kelley Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Kelley Foundation give?
$5,300 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs The Kelley Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jennifer Kelley (Dir, Sec) and Fredrick Matson Kelley III (Dir, Pres, Treas).
What does The Kelley Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.