Kelly Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kelly Family Foundation is a private foundation in Vero Beach, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $279,889 in 43 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$279,889
- Number of grants43
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$9.2 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2024 was down from $301,137 the year before.
14% of its 2024 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 | $301,137 | 44 | $7.8 million |
| 2024 | $279,889 | 43 | $9.2 million |
How to apply
Kelly 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 Kelly Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 22 | $120,289 |
| District of Columbia | 6 | $58,100 |
| Michigan | 1 | $50,000 |
| Florida | 9 | $26,000 |
| Rhode Island | 3 | $23,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boston College High School | Education | $50,000 |
| Hillsdale College | Education | $50,000 |
| Heritage Foundation | Community service | $45,000 |
| Rhode Island Family Literacy | Community service | $15,000 |
| Alliance to Protect Nantucker Sound | Nature | $12,000 |
| Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Cente | Health care | $10,000 |
| Boston College | Education | $10,000 |
| Boston College Twin CS Program | Education | $9,999 |
| Grand Harbor Community Outreach | Community service | $8,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Community service | $8,000 |
| Community Boating Center | Community service | $7,500 |
| Cape Cod Healthcare Foundation | Hospital | $5,000 |
| Judicial Watch | Community service | $5,000 |
| South Shore Ballet | Community service | $5,000 |
| Tax Foundation | Community service | $5,000 |
| Our Lady of Assumption Church | Community service | $3,000 |
| Duxbury Bay Maritime School | Education | $2,500 |
| Indian River Symphonic Association | Community service | $2,500 |
| Cleveland Clinic Irf | Community service | $2,000 |
| Learning Alliance | Community service | $2,000 |
| Osterville Village Library | Education | $2,000 |
| State Policy Network | Community service | $2,000 |
| Wyc Sailing Education Foundation | Community service | $2,000 |
| 1890 | Education | $1,890 |
| Oyster Harbors Scholarship Fund | Education | $1,200 |
| Barnstable CWC | Nature | $1,000 |
| Cape Cod Symphony Orchestra | Community service | $1,000 |
| CO2 Coalition | Community service | $1,000 |
| Committee for Constructive Tomorrow | Community service | $1,000 |
| Duxbury Education Foundation | Education | $1,000 |
| Freedom Watch | General | $1,000 |
| Holy Family Church | Community service | $1,000 |
| McAuley Ministries | Community service | $1,000 |
| Rock School for Dance Education | Education | $1,000 |
| Sisters of St Joseph Boston | Education | $1,000 |
| United Against Poverty | Community service | $1,000 |
| Youth Guidance | Community service | $1,000 |
| Grand Harbor Audubon | Community service | $500 |
| Duxbury Rural & Historical Society | Community service | $250 |
| United Way Cape Cod | Community service | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- David M Kelly
- Robert M Kelly
- David M Kelly Jr
- Susan B Kelly
- Michelle B Kelly
- Michelle Kelly
Questions people ask
Does Kelly Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kelly Family Foundation give?
$279,889 in tax year 2024, across 43 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Kelly Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists David M Kelly (President), Robert M Kelly (Officer), David M Kelly Jr (Officer) and Susan B Kelly (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Kelly Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and health.