The Barrington Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Barrington Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Lighthouse Point, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $45,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $22,500 and the largest $40,000. 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$45,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$22,500
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$2.5 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $175,000 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 | $180,000 | 8 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $175,000 | 8 | $2.3 million |
| 2025 | $45,000 | 2 | $2.5 million |
How to apply
The Barrington 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.
What The Barrington Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 1 | $40,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cato Institute | Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Arthur Barrington
- Bruce D Barrington
- Gayle M Barrington
- Kenneth Barrington
- Paige Dunne
Questions people ask
Does The Barrington Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Barrington Foundation Inc give?
$45,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $22,500.
Who runs The Barrington Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Arthur Barrington (Vice President), Bruce D Barrington (Director), Gayle M Barrington (President) and Kenneth Barrington (Treasurer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Barrington Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.