Casten Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Casten Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Hinsdale, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $213,179 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $3,808 and the largest $153,212. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$213,179
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$3,808
- Largest grant$153,212
- Assets$3.0 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2024 was down from $275,964 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 | $275,964 | 17 | $2.9 million |
| 2024 | $213,179 | 8 | $3.0 million |
How to apply
Casten Family Foundation Inc 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 Casten Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York. It also paid $153,212 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 1 | $38,498 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $12,712 |
| Illinois | 4 | $8,757 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Leap Science and Maths School | See above. | $153,212 |
| Fulbright Commission | See above. | $38,498 |
| International Biochar | See above. | $12,612 |
| Hinsdale High School Leap Club | All contributions are made to further the goals of the crecipient organization. | $6,737 |
| Morton Arboretum | See above. | $880 |
| Scleroderma Foundation of Greater Chicago | See above. | $740 |
| WTTW | See above. | $400 |
| Wikimedia Foundation Inc | See above. | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Judith Casten
- Thomas Casten
Questions people ask
Does Casten Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Casten Family Foundation Inc give?
$213,179 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $3,808.
Who runs Casten Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Judith Casten (President) and Thomas Casten (Vice President).
What does Casten Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international and education.