The Citadel Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Citadel Foundation is a private foundation in Miami, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $7.2 million in 103 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $4.5 million. 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$7.2 million
- Number of grants103
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$4.5 million
- Assets$52,677
- New grantees64%
Giving in 2025 was up from $2.4 million the year before.
64% 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 | $990,275 | 18 | $6,006 |
| 2024 | $2.4 million | 66 | $1,362 |
| 2025 | $7.2 million | 103 | $52,677 |
How to apply
The Citadel 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 The Citadel Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 21 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 6 | $4.6 million |
| Florida | 18 | $808,565 |
| New York | 37 | $707,500 |
| Massachusetts | 5 | $360,000 |
| Illinois | 9 | $128,000 |
| Connecticut | 4 | $125,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $100,000 |
| New Jersey | 6 | $67,500 |
| Iowa | 1 | $50,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Charities Aid Foundation America | Unrestricted | $4.5 million |
| Thrive Scholars | Unrestricted | $265,000 |
| Palmer Trinity Private School Inc | Unrestricted | $110,000 |
| Miami Country Day School Inc | Unrestricted | $105,800 |
| The Cushman School | Unrestricted | $105,000 |
| The Miami Foundation Inc | Unrestricted | $102,705 |
| Convent of the Sacred Heart | Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Georgia State University | Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Pine Crest Preparatory School | Unrestricted | $90,000 |
| St Philip's Episcopal Church | Unrestricted | $90,000 |
| Belen Jesuit Preparatory School Inc | Unrestricted | $55,000 |
| Breakthrough Miami Inc | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Center for Hearing and Communication | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Cradles to Crayons Inc | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Group for the East End Inc | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Make-A-Wish Foundation of Connecticut Inc | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Robin Hood Foundation | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Squashbridge Inc | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| State University of Iowa Foundation | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| The Cleveland Clinic Foundation | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| University of Virginia Foundation | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| The Brooklyn Queens Conservatory of Music | Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Squared Network | Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| St Stephen's Episcopal Church | Unrestricted | $29,060 |
| New York University | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Sponsors for Educational Opportunity Inc | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Success Academy Charter Schools Inc | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Technology Innovation Foundation of the Americas Inc | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Fdny Foundation Inc | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Upchieve Inc | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Pratham USA | Unrestricted | $17,000 |
| Albanian-American Association Uskana | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Animal Haven Inc | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Ann & Robert H Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Association of Graduates of the United States Military Academy | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Children's Hospital Corporation | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Cancer Support Team Inc | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Chai Lifeline Inc | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Chicago Rugby Alumni Association | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Christel House International Inc | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kenneth C Griffin
- Gerald Beeson
- Shawn Fagan
- Robert Russo
Questions people ask
Does The Citadel Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Citadel Foundation give?
$7.2 million in tax year 2025, across 103 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Citadel Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kenneth C Griffin (President & Director), Gerald Beeson (Director), Shawn Fagan (Secretary & Director) and Robert Russo (Treasurer).
What does The Citadel Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and youth programs.