John B and Joan H Carley Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John B and Joan H Carley Foundation is a private foundation in Boise, Idaho. In tax year 2025 it gave $185,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $154,000. 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$185,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$154,000
- Assets$3.8 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $237,560 the year before.
33% 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 | $153,220 | 2 | $3.4 million |
| 2024 | $237,560 | 5 | $3.5 million |
| 2025 | $185,000 | 4 | $3.8 million |
How to apply
John B and Joan H Carley 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Idaho.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Idaho | 4 | $185,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bishop Kelly Foundation | Charitable contribution | $154,000 |
| Ballet Idaho | Charitable contribution | $20,000 |
| Roman Catholic Diocese of Boise | Charitable donation | $10,000 |
| Individual | Support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Christopher S Carley
- Peter J Carley
- Kathryn A Carley Zimmerman
- Scot D Carley
Questions people ask
Does John B and Joan H Carley Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John B and Joan H Carley Foundation give?
$185,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs John B and Joan H Carley Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Christopher S Carley (President), Peter J Carley (Vice President), Kathryn A Carley Zimmerman (Secretary) and Scot D Carley (Treasurer).