Charles Caron Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Charles Caron Foundation is a private foundation in Hingham, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $407,580 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $15,300 and the largest $53,000. 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$407,580
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$15,300
- Largest grant$53,000
- Assets$2.4 million
- New grantees53%
Giving in 2024 was up from $216,750 the year before.
53% of its 2024 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 | $216,750 | 14 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $407,580 | 19 | $2.4 million |
How to apply
Charles Caron 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 Charles Caron Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 10 | $202,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $53,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $51,000 |
| Rhode Island | 3 | $43,400 |
| Ohio | 3 | $35,300 |
| North Dakota | 1 | $22,380 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Christendom College | General Support | $53,000 |
| Belmont Abbey College | General Support | $51,000 |
| Notre Dame Academy | General Support | $50,000 |
| Chesterton Academy | General Support | $26,400 |
| Whitinsville Christian | General Support | $26,000 |
| Catholic Appeal | General Support | $25,000 |
| Sparhawk Academy | General Support | $22,500 |
| University of Mary | General Support | $22,380 |
| Saint Paul School | General Support | $20,000 |
| College of Saint Joseph | General Support | $15,300 |
| Advance Catholic Education | General Support | $15,000 |
| Boston Trinity Academy | General Support | $15,000 |
| Foundation to Advance | General Support | $12,500 |
| Montrose School | General Support | $12,000 |
| Franciscan University | General Support | $10,000 |
| Walsh University | General Support | $10,000 |
| St Raphael Academy | General Support | $9,000 |
| Mount Saint Charles Academy | General Support | $8,000 |
| St Benedict Classical | General Support | $4,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Bradford S Caron
- Barbara K Caron
Questions people ask
Does Charles Caron Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Charles Caron Foundation give?
$407,580 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $15,300.
Who runs Charles Caron Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Bradford S Caron (Trustees) and Barbara K Caron (Trustees).
What does Charles Caron Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.