Charles Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Charles Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Gloucester, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $84,600 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $3,250 and the largest $20,000. 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$84,600
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$3,250
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$2.2 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2024 was up from $84,100 the year before.
19% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $86,900 | 29 | $1.5 million |
| 2023 | $84,100 | 25 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $84,600 | 16 | $2.2 million |
How to apply
Charles 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 Charles Family Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 14 | $72,600 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Copley Society | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Cape Ann Museum | Charitable | $16,000 |
| Voices for Children | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Rockport Music | Charitable | $6,000 |
| North Shore Art Association | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Sawyer Free Library | Charitable | $5,000 |
| The Open Door | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Rockport Art Association | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Gloucester Stage | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Historic New England | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Pathways for Children | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Cape Ann Art Haven | Charitable | $2,000 |
| National Association of Women Artists | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Regis College | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Cape Ann Animal Aid | Charitablecharitable | $1,000 |
| Friends of the Dog Park | Charitable | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Theodore E Charles
Questions people ask
Does Charles Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Charles Family Charitable Foundation give?
$84,600 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $3,250.
Who runs Charles Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Theodore E Charles (Trustee).
What does Charles Family Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, youth programs and education.