The Lillian Marie Kelley Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Lillian Marie Kelley Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $42,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $21,000 and the largest $41,750. 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$42,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$21,000
- Largest grant$41,750
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $33,300 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 | $32,550 | 3 | $908,085 |
| 2024 | $33,300 | 2 | $1.0 million |
| 2025 | $42,000 | 2 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
The Lillian Marie 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 Lillian Marie Kelley Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $41,750 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Philanthropic Trust | General & Unrestricted | $41,750 |
| University of Massachusetts Amherst Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Brian T Humphreys
- Lauren K Humphreys
- Thomas K Humphreys
Questions people ask
Does The Lillian Marie Kelley Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lillian Marie Kelley Foundation give?
$42,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $21,000.
Who runs The Lillian Marie Kelley Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Brian T Humphreys (VP), Lauren K Humphreys (Sec) and Thomas K Humphreys (Dir, Pres, Treas).
What does The Lillian Marie Kelley Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.