Carlson Family Trust
Preselected recipients only
Carlson Family Trust is a private foundation in Rockport, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $209,500 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $90,000. 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$209,500
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$90,000
- Assets$4.1 million
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2024 was up from $166,000 the year before.
26% 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 | $166,000 | 20 | $3.8 million |
| 2024 | $209,500 | 23 | $4.1 million |
How to apply
Carlson Family Trust 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 Carlson Family Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 18 | $177,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $20,000 |
| Alaska | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Family Aid Boston | Charity | $90,000 |
| Brewster Academy | Charity | $20,000 |
| Individual | Charity | $20,000 |
| Thacher Island Association | Charity | $15,000 |
| Peabody Essex Museum | Charity | $12,000 |
| Perkins School for Blind | Charity | $10,000 |
| Sealaska Heritage Institute | Charity | $10,000 |
| 22MOHAWKS | Charity | $10,000 |
| Hundred Club of Ma | Charity | $5,000 |
| North Shore YMCA | Charity | $5,000 |
| Batten School Foundation | Charity | $1,000 |
| Boston University | Charity | $1,000 |
| Camp O-At-Ka | Charity | $1,000 |
| Individual | Charity | $1,000 |
| Individual | Charity | $1,000 |
| Gloucester Maritime Museum | Charity | $1,000 |
| Individual | Charity | $1,000 |
| Rockport Art Association | Charity | $1,000 |
| Rockport Music Association | Charity | $1,000 |
| Wellspring House | Charity | $1,000 |
| Pathways for Children | Charity | $1,000 |
| North Shore Arts Association | Charity | $1,000 |
| Florida School Deaf | Charity | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- C Richard Carlson
- Deborah W Carlson
Questions people ask
Does Carlson Family Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Carlson Family Trust give?
$209,500 in tax year 2024, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Carlson Family Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists C Richard Carlson (Trustee) and Deborah W Carlson (Trustee).
What does Carlson Family Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and disability.