Caris Charitable Trust I
Preselected recipients only
Caris Charitable Trust I is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $3.3 million in 1 grant; the typical grant was $3.3 million and the largest $3.3 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$3.3 million
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$3.3 million
- Largest grant$3.3 million
- Assets$3.4 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $3.0 million 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 | $2.6 million | 1 | $8.5 million |
| 2024 | $3.0 million | 1 | $6.0 million |
| 2025 | $3.3 million | 1 | $3.4 million |
How to apply
Caris Charitable Trust I 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 Caris Charitable Trust I funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 1 | $3.3 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The University of Arizona Foundation | General support | $3.3 million |
Officers and trustees
- Northern Trust Company
- Sherry Cowan
- Carrie Ann Caris
Questions people ask
Does Caris Charitable Trust I accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Caris Charitable Trust I give?
$3.3 million in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $3.3 million.
Who runs Caris Charitable Trust I?
Its 2025 filing lists Northern Trust Company (Trustee), Sherry Cowan (Trustee) and Carrie Ann Caris (Trustee).
What does Caris Charitable Trust I fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.