The Carrie Meek Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Carrie Meek Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Opa Locka, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.8 million in 80 grants; the typical grant was $22,500 and the largest $300,000. 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$2.8 million
- Number of grants80
- Typical grant$22,500
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$19.2 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2024 was down from $3.5 million the year before.
10% 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 | $3.5 million | 93 | $17.8 million |
| 2024 | $2.8 million | 80 | $19.2 million |
How to apply
The Carrie Meek 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Carrie Meek Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 79 | $2.8 million |
| Georgia | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Childrens Village Inc | To further the organization's mission | $300,000 |
| Urban Construction Craft Academy | To further the organization's mission | $197,500 |
| Peace and Prosperity Scholarship Program | To further the organization's mission | $182,500 |
| Florida Justice Center Inc | To further the organization's mission | $120,000 |
| Surviors Helping Survivors Collaboration | To further the organization's mission | $100,000 |
| Healing and Justice Center | To further the organization's mission | $100,000 |
| Ladies Empowerment and Action Program | To further the organization's mission | $90,000 |
| Umbrella of Hope | To further the organization's mission | $78,750 |
| Be Strong International Inc | To further the organization's mission | $60,000 |
| Women's Fund of Miami-Dade Inc | To further the organization's mission | $55,000 |
| Papa Keith for People Matter Inc | To further the organization's mission | $50,000 |
| Urgent Inc | To further the organization's mission | $50,000 |
| Girl Scout Council of Tropical Florida Inc | To further the organization's mission | $50,000 |
| Children's Bereavement Center Inc | To further the organization's mission | $50,000 |
| Oic of South Florida Inc | To further the organization's mission | $45,000 |
| Center for Equitable Access and Treatment of Trauma Inc | To further the organization's mission | $45,000 |
| Sprout Up | To further the organization's mission | $37,500 |
| Seek Foundation Inc | To further the organization's mission | $37,500 |
| The Trayvon Martin Foundation Inc | To further the organization's mission | $37,500 |
| Prosperity Social & Community Development Group Inc | To further the organization's mission | $35,000 |
| Melissa Institute | To further the organization's mission | $32,500 |
| Bamn Robotics Corporation | To further the organization's mission | $30,000 |
| The Roots Collective Corp | To further the organization's mission | $30,000 |
| Coconut Grove Optimist Inc | To further the organization's mission | $30,000 |
| The Alternative Programs Inc | To further the organization's mission | $30,000 |
| Coalition of Florida Farmworker Organizations Incorporated | To further the organization's mission | $30,000 |
| Project Thug | To further the organization's mission | $30,000 |
| Hope for Communities Inc | To further the organization's mission | $30,000 |
| Genesis Hopeful Haven Inc | To further the organization's mission | $30,000 |
| Do Good 41 Inc | To further the organization's mission | $30,000 |
| Children of Inmates Inc | To further the organization's mission | $28,500 |
| Girl Power Inc | To further the organization's mission | $25,280 |
| YWCA South Florida Inc | To further the organization's mission | $25,000 |
| Transition Inc | To further the organization's mission | $25,000 |
| Guitars Over Guns Organization Inc | To further the organization's mission | $25,000 |
| Affirming Youth Foundation Inc | To further the organization's mission | $22,500 |
| Belafonte Tacolcy Center | To further the organization's mission | $22,500 |
| Center for Social Change Inc | To further the organization's mission | $22,500 |
| The Optimist Foundation of Greater Goulds Florida Inc | To further the organization's mission | $22,500 |
| The Home Team - Miami Inc | To further the organization's mission | $22,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Lucia Davis Raiford
- Matthew Beatty
Questions people ask
Does The Carrie Meek Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Carrie Meek Foundation Inc give?
$2.8 million in tax year 2024, across 80 grants, with a typical grant of $22,500.
Who runs The Carrie Meek Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Lucia Davis Raiford (President & Ceo) and Matthew Beatty (Vice President & Coo).
What does The Carrie Meek Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and education.