The Fred and Carolyn Keefe Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Fred and Carolyn Keefe Foundation is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $12,500 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $4,000. 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$12,500
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$4,000
- Assets$260,262
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $12,006 the year before.
33% of its 2025 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 | $4,000 | 0 | $207,591 |
| 2024 | $12,006 | 5 | $230,220 |
| 2025 | $12,500 | 4 | $260,262 |
How to apply
The Fred and Carolyn Keefe 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 Fred and Carolyn Keefe Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 3 | $9,500 |
| New York | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Family Nurturing Center | Advances the healthy developmment of children | $4,000 |
| Individual | To support runaway homeless and high-risk youth | $3,000 |
| Ready for Rescue | Providing shelter for cats and dogs without homes | $3,000 |
| Tutoring Plus of Cambridge | To support advancing educational equity | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Evan Keefe
Questions people ask
Does The Fred and Carolyn Keefe Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Fred and Carolyn Keefe Foundation give?
$12,500 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs The Fred and Carolyn Keefe Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Evan Keefe (Trustee).
What does The Fred and Carolyn Keefe Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and housing and homelessness.