The Casey & Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Casey & Family Foundation is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $12.9 million in 14 grants; the typical grant was $275,000 and the largest $8.0 million. 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$12.9 million
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$275,000
- Largest grant$8.0 million
- Assets$28.0 million
- New grantees86%
Giving in 2025 was up from $2.1 million the year before.
86% 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 | $30.9 million | 18 | $15.3 million |
| 2024 | $2.1 million | 17 | $15.2 million |
| 2025 | $12.9 million | 14 | $28.0 million |
How to apply
The Casey & 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 The Casey & Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 2 | $8.0 million |
| District of Columbia | 5 | $1.6 million |
| Delaware | 2 | $1.2 million |
| New York | 2 | $1.0 million |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1.0 million |
| California | 2 | $109,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Boston Foundation | Charitable | $8.0 million |
| Ai Safety & Tactical Opportunities Funds Via Vangaurd Charitable Endowment | Charitable | $1.0 million |
| Effective Institutions Project Inc | Charitable | $1.0 million |
| Longview Philanthropy | Charitable | $1.0 million |
| Sentinel Bio Inc | Charitable | $500,000 |
| Public Citizen Foundation | Charitable | $450,000 |
| Democracy Forward Foundation | Charitable | $300,000 |
| New Venture Fund | Charitable | $250,000 |
| Tarbell Center for Ai Journalism Inc | Charitable | $162,500 |
| Horizon Institute for Public Service | Charitable | $125,000 |
| Lightcone Infrastructure Inc | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Forward Global | Charitable | $15,500 |
| The Trust in American Institutions Challenge | Charitable | $9,500 |
| Network for Engaged International Donors | Charitable | $6,500 |
Officers and trustees
- David C Marble
- Jennifer Hartman
Questions people ask
Does The Casey & Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Casey & Family Foundation give?
$12.9 million in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $275,000.
Who runs The Casey & Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David C Marble (Trustee) and Jennifer Hartman (Trustee).
What does The Casey & Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international.