Cavanaugh Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Cavanaugh Family Foundation is a private foundation in Palm Beach, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $64,020 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$64,020
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees64%
Giving in 2024 was up from $42,500 the year before.
64% 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 | $42,500 | 14 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $64,020 | 11 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Cavanaugh 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 Cavanaugh Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Rhode Island.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | 2 | $12,500 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $10,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $1,020 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Red Cross Disaster Relief | Disaster relief | $10,000 |
| Dr MLK Community Center Inc | Social welfare | $10,000 |
| Palm Beach County Food Bank | Social welfare | $10,000 |
| Villanova University | Support of independent school | $10,000 |
| Renbrook School | Support of independent school | $10,000 |
| American Kidney Fund | Disease research | $5,000 |
| American Diabetes Association | Disease research | $5,000 |
| Preservation Society of Newport | Historical preservation | $2,500 |
| The Second Step Inc | Social welfare | $520 |
| Suffield Academy Annual Fund | Support of independent school | $500 |
| Tabor Academy Annual Fund | Support of independent school | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Eugene Cavanaugh
- Lori Cavanaugh
Questions people ask
Does Cavanaugh Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cavanaugh Family Foundation give?
$64,020 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Cavanaugh Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Eugene Cavanaugh (President) and Lori Cavanaugh (Vice Preside).
What does Cavanaugh Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and science and research.