Cavan Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Cavan Family Foundation is a private foundation in Fayetteville, Georgia. In tax year 2025 it gave $244,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$244,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$5.7 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2025 was up from $171,750 the year before.
18% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $145,750 | 8 | $4.8 million |
| 2024 | $171,750 | 9 | $5.2 million |
| 2025 | $244,000 | 11 | $5.7 million |
How to apply
Cavan 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 Cavan Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 7 | $146,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Georgia | 3 | $48,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Melanoma Research Foundation | General fund | $50,000 |
| Presbyterian Social Ministries | General fund | $36,000 |
| Angelwood | General fund | $35,000 |
| Healing Bridge Clinic | General fund | $25,000 |
| Clothes Closet | General fund | $20,000 |
| Downtown Ecumenical Services Council | General fund | $20,000 |
| Southeast Gwinnet County Co-Op | General fund | $18,000 |
| Beaches Emergency Assistance Ministry | General fund | $15,000 |
| Family Promise of Jacksonville | General fund | $14,000 |
| Arlington Community Services | General fund | $6,000 |
| North Gwinnett Co-Op | General fund | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Scott Cavan
- Stephanie Kaye Liston
Questions people ask
Does Cavan Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cavan Family Foundation give?
$244,000 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Cavan Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Scott Cavan (Trustee) and Stephanie Kaye Liston (Trustee).
What does Cavan Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.