Franey Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Franey Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Annapolis, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $135,000 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $25,000. 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$135,000
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$3.0 million
- New grantees41%
Giving in 2025 was down from $296,850 the year before.
41% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $132,000 | 23 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $296,850 | 21 | $2.1 million |
| 2025 | $135,000 | 22 | $3.0 million |
How to apply
Franey 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 Franey Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 17 | $126,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boys & Girls Club of Annapolis | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| University of Maryland College Park Foundation | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Severn School | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| St Marys | Unrestricted | $16,000 |
| Bo's Effort | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Best | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Catholic Charities | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| The V Foundation | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Archbishop Spalding High School | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Salesian Missions | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Chesapeake Bay Foundation | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Light House Shelter | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Usga Foundation | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Casey Cares Foundation | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| The Life Raft Group | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Hospice of the Chesapeake | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Kent Island VFD | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Maryland Public Television | Unrestricted | $500 |
| St Ignatius Loyola Academy | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Weta | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Severn River Association | Unrestricted | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- William G Franey
Questions people ask
Does Franey Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Franey Family Foundation Inc give?
$135,000 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Franey Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists William G Franey (President).
What does Franey Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and faith communities.