Keane Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Keane Family Foundation is a private foundation in Needham, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.0 million in 32 grants; the typical grant was $27,150 and the largest $600,000. 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$2.0 million
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$27,150
- Largest grant$600,000
- Assets$42.7 million
- New grantees34%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.8 million the year before.
34% 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 | $1.8 million | 30 | $40.4 million |
| 2024 | $2.0 million | 32 | $42.7 million |
How to apply
Keane Family 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 Keane Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Rhode Island.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | 1 | $600,000 |
| Massachusetts | 15 | $533,350 |
| Colorado | 6 | $455,000 |
| Illinois | 3 | $115,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $75,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $60,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $50,000 |
| New York | 2 | $45,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $25,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| US Sailing Foundation | Charitable contribution unrestricted | $600,000 |
| Youthpower 365 (Vail Valley Foundation) | Charitable contribution unrestricted | $165,000 |
| Vail Mountain School | Charitable contribution unrestricted | $150,000 |
| Presidents and Fellows of Harvard College | Charitable contribution unrestricted | $125,000 |
| Boston Childrens Hospital | Charitable contribution unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Ski & Snowboard Club Vail | Charitable contribution unrestricted | $75,000 |
| Uaspire | Charitable contribution unrestricted | $75,000 |
| US Ski & Snowboard Foundation | Charitable contribution unrestricted | $75,000 |
| Dartmouth College | Charitable contribution unrestricted | $60,000 |
| Boston Foundation Inc | Charitable contribution unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Braven Inc | Charitable contribution unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Compass Working Capital | Charitable contribution unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Onegoal | Charitable contribution unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Wake Forest University | Charitable contribution unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Windmark Sailing Foundation | Charitable contribution unrestricted | $40,000 |
| Nantucket Cottage Hospital Endowment | Charitable contribution unrestricted | $29,300 |
| Buckingham Browne & Nichols | Charitable contribution unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Cycle Effect | Charitable contribution unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Bravo Vail | Charitable contribution unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Sos Outreach | Charitable contribution unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Urban Farming Institute | Charitable contribution unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Chicago Yacht Club | Charitable contribution unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Last Mile Education Fund | Charitable contribution unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Nantucket Conservation Foundation Inc | Charitable contribution unrestricted | $13,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Boston | Charitable contribution unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Lands Sake Inc | Charitable contribution unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Louisville High School | Charitable contribution unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Nantucket Golf Club Foundation | Charitable contribution unrestricted | $8,750 |
| Unique Projects Inc | Charitable contribution unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Wbur | Charitable contribution unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Marion Institute | Charitable contribution unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Artists Association of Nantucket | Charitable contribution unrestricted | $2,300 |
Officers and trustees
- Victoire K Lang
- Brian T Keane
- John F Keane Jr
Questions people ask
Does Keane Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Keane Family Foundation give?
$2.0 million in tax year 2024, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $27,150.
Who runs Keane Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Victoire K Lang (Trustee), Brian T Keane (Trustee) and John F Keane Jr (Trustee).
What does Keane Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and youth programs.