The Caller Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Caller Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Lexington, Kentucky. In tax year 2025 it gave $47,650 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $1,800 and the largest $10,000. 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$47,650
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$1,800
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2025 was up from $46,254 the year before.
7% 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 | $38,700 | 14 | $941,950 |
| 2024 | $46,254 | 16 | $1.0 million |
| 2025 | $47,650 | 15 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
The Caller Family Charitable 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 The Caller Family Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $25,000 |
| Kentucky | 6 | $14,900 |
| New York | 3 | $5,750 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,800 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $100 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Magen Am USA Inc | To support the mission of training and empowering the community to secure itself from within | $10,000 |
| Ohr Eliyahu Academy | Support the mission of religious education | $10,000 |
| United Way of the Bluegrass | Support the mission to help empower everyone to live their best lives | $8,700 |
| Hadassah-Lexington Chapter | To support the mission of the organization | $5,000 |
| Kosher Information Bureau | A resource providing kosher consumers listings of reliable kosher products updated for changes and new products | $5,000 |
| Chabad of the Bluegrass | To support the mission of providing social, educational, recreational, and spiritual programming for students and community members | $2,500 |
| Hope Center Inc | Support the mission to care for homeless and at-risk persons by providing life-sustaining and life re-building services that are comprehensive and address underlying issues | $2,500 |
| Hillel the Foundation for Jewish Campus Life - University of FL | Support the mission of a better world because of the impact of dynamic jewish leaders | $1,800 |
| Junior Achievement of the Bluegrass | Support the mission to provide an opportunity for young people to learn about business operation and the free enterprise system | $1,000 |
| National Jewish Outreach Program Inc | Support the mission to organize and promote programs to increase jewish identity | $500 |
| American Friends of Magen David Adom | Support the mission of life saving efforts of magen david adom in israel | $250 |
| American Red Cross | Support the mission to prevent and alleviate human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors | $100 |
| Child Development Center of the Bluegrass Inc | Support the mission to provide for an inclusive child care educational environment for children with and without development delays | $100 |
| Lexington Rescue Mission | Mission support | $100 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Program support | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Steven H Caller
- Susan L Caller
- Bret A Caller
- Jill Caller Kapenstein
Questions people ask
Does The Caller Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Caller Family Charitable Foundation give?
$47,650 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $1,800.
Who runs The Caller Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Steven H Caller (President), Susan L Caller (Secretary), Bret A Caller (Director) and Jill Caller Kapenstein (Director).
What does The Caller Family Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and human services.