Carson Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Carson Family Foundation is a private foundation in Kildeer, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $198,920 in 37 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $23,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$198,920
- Number of grants37
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$23,000
- Assets$3.7 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2024 was up from $117,520 the year before.
38% of its 2024 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 | $117,520 | 27 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $198,920 | 37 | $3.7 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Susan Carson 21078 Long Grove Road, Kildeer, IL 60047 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (630) 896-6110 |
| What to submit | There is no standard application form. Submit letter requesting contribution with copy of organization's irc section 501(c)(3) letter. |
| Deadlines | There are no submission deadlines. |
| Restrictions | Organizations must be charitable, religious, educational, literary or scientific as described in irc section 501(c)(3). |
What Carson Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 15 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 15 | $57,420 |
| Texas | 2 | $29,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $23,000 |
| Georgia | 2 | $20,000 |
| Indiana | 5 | $17,500 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $12,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $8,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $8,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $6,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Crossroads of America Council Bsa | Contributions are for unrestricted purposes | $23,000 |
| Hillsdale College | Contributions are for unrestricted purposes | $23,000 |
| Open the Books | Contributions are for unrestricted purposes | $14,000 |
| Charcot Marie Tooth (CMT) Research Foundation | Contributions are for unrestricted purposes | $10,000 |
| Nine Line Foundation | Contributions are for unrestricted purposes | $10,000 |
| Refuge Church | Contributions are for unrestriced purposes | $10,000 |
| Camp Nicolet Foundation | Contributions are for unrestricted purposes | $8,000 |
| SRT Services | Contributions are for unrestricted purposes | $8,000 |
| Joseph Maley Foundation | Contributions are for unrestricted purposes | $7,000 |
| Brownstone Institute | Contributions are for unrestricted purposes | $6,000 |
| Citizen Journalism Foundation | Contributions are for unrestriced purposes | $6,000 |
| Free Speech Foundation (Aka America's Frontline Doctors) | Contributions are for unrestricted purposes | $6,000 |
| Lifespring Ministry Shelter for Women & Children-Wayside Cross Ministries | Contributions are for unrestriced purposes | $6,000 |
| St Katharine Drexel | Contributions are for unrestricted purposes | $6,000 |
| Wayside Cross Ministries (Aka Lifespring Ministry Shelter) | Contributions are for unrestricted purposes | $6,000 |
| Invets | Contributions are for unrestricted purposes | $5,000 |
| National Veterans Memorial and Museum | Contributions are for unrestricted purposes | $4,000 |
| The Leadership Institute | Contributions are for unrestricted purposes | $4,000 |
| Casa Foundation - Kane County | Contributions are for unrestricted purposes | $3,000 |
| Christian Radio International | Contributions are for unrestricted purposes | $3,000 |
| Dunamis Peace Institute | Contributions are for unrestricted purposes | $3,000 |
| Midwest Shelter for Homeless Veterans | Contributions are for unrestricted purposes | $3,000 |
| Salvation Army | Contributions are for unrestricted purposes | $3,000 |
| Temple B'nai Israel | Contributions are for unrestricted purposes | $2,920 |
| Aurora Historical Society | Contributions are for unrestricted purposes | $2,500 |
| Aurora Area Interfaith Food Pantry | Contributions are for unrestricted purposes | $2,000 |
| Aurora Central Catholic High School | Contributions are for unrestricted purposes | $2,000 |
| Lofs Volunteer Fire Force Station 3500 | Contributions are for unrestriced purposes | $2,000 |
| The Heritage Foundation | Contributions are for unrestricted purposes | $2,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Contributions are for unrestriced purposes | $2,000 |
| Wounded Warriors Project | Contributions are for unrestriced purposes | $2,000 |
| Emmanuel Baptist Church | Contributions are for unrestricted purposes | $1,000 |
| Plainfield Police | Contributions are for unrestricted purposes | $1,000 |
| West Point Association of Graduates - Various Funds | Contributions are for unrestricted purposes | $1,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Contributions are for unrestricted purposes | $500 |
| Aurora Womens Empowerment Foundation | Contributions are for unrestricted purposes | $500 |
| Hebron Christian Academy (Hca) | Contributions are for unrestriced purposes | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan Carson
- Craig Carson
- Ann Carson
- Eric Carson
Questions people ask
Does Carson Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: There are no submission deadlines..
How much does Carson Family Foundation give?
$198,920 in tax year 2024, across 37 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Carson Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Susan Carson (President/Treasurer), Craig Carson (Vice-Pres/Secretary), Ann Carson (Director) and Eric Carson (Director).
What does Carson Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and housing and homelessness.