Donald & Carla Beam Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Donald & Carla Beam Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Fernandina Beach, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.1 million in 4 grants; the typical grant was $250,000 and the largest $585,018. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$250,000
- Largest grant$585,018
- Assets$0
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was down from $3.7 million the year before.
67% 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 | $128,000 | 4 | $3.2 million |
| 2024 | $3.7 million | 9 | $895,224 |
| 2025 | $1.1 million | 4 | $0 |
How to apply
Donald & Carla Beam Family Foundation Inc 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 3 | $1.1 million |
| Indiana | 1 | $105 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cleaveland Community College Founda | Scholarships | $585,018 |
| City of Shelby | Community outreach | $400,000 |
| City of Shelby | Community outreach | $100,000 |
| Edward Jones Charitable Gift Fund Renaissance Charitable Foundation Inc | Community outreach | $105 |
Officers and trustees
- Donald W Beam
- Carla C Beam
- Thomas Beam
Questions people ask
Does Donald & Carla Beam Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Donald & Carla Beam Family Foundation Inc give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $250,000.
Who runs Donald & Carla Beam Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Donald W Beam (Director Pre), Carla C Beam (Director) and Thomas Beam (Director).