The Foley Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Foley Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Whitefish, Montana. In tax year 2024 it gave $4.2 million in 48 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $1.5 million. 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$4.2 million
- Number of grants48
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$1.5 million
- Assets$90.2 million
- New grantees37%
Giving in 2024 was down from $6.5 million the year before.
37% 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 | $6.5 million | 40 | $85.2 million |
| 2024 | $4.2 million | 48 | $90.2 million |
How to apply
The Foley 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 The Foley Family Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 23 | $2.3 million |
| New York | 2 | $1.1 million |
| Nevada | 5 | $286,000 |
| Montana | 6 | $183,539 |
| Oregon | 3 | $70,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $50,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $42,971 |
| Florida | 3 | $20,409 |
| Washington | 1 | $15,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $14,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Foundation Sonoma County | Strengthen local community | $1.5 million |
| West Point's Michie Stadium Preservation | Michie stadium preservation project | $1.1 million |
| Boys & Girls Club Sonoma Marin | Enable young people to reach their full potential | $100,000 |
| Only One | Environment music | $100,000 |
| The Folded Flag Foundation | Educational support for military families | $100,000 |
| Alexander Valley Healthcare | Affordable healthcare for all ages | $75,000 |
| Corazon Healdsburg | Advocate against injustices and celebrate diversity | $75,000 |
| Sonoma County Grape Growers Foundation | Support skilled agricultural workforce | $75,000 |
| Napa Valley Farmworker Foundation | Education and professional development | $53,193 |
| North Valley Food Bank | Building food security, strengthening communities. | $51,600 |
| Abbie Shelter | Violence free crisis line | $50,000 |
| Alexander Valley Film Society | Arts education | $50,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club Sonoma Marin | Enable young people to reach their full potential | $50,000 |
| Grace Gorillas | Provide care for rescued gorillas and conserve their habitats | $50,000 |
| Redwood Empire Food Bank | Food bank donation | $50,000 |
| Santa Ynez Valley Foundation | Student scholarships | $50,000 |
| Sonoma County Vintners Foundation | Support local nonprofit organizations | $50,000 |
| True West Film Center | Arts education | $50,000 |
| True West Film Center | Arts education | $50,000 |
| University of Ca Davis | Sustainability research | $50,000 |
| Double Spiral Conservation | Conservation | $40,000 |
| Housing Whitefish | Community improvement | $30,900 |
| Ole Health Foundation | Health | $30,001 |
| Hillsboro Medical Center | Medical research | $30,000 |
| La Luz Center | Community enhancement | $30,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Glacier County | Enable young people to reach their full potential | $25,010 |
| Ahivoy | Empowering vineyard steward | $25,000 |
| Alpine Theatre Project | Arts education | $25,000 |
| Healdsburg FFA Ag Boosters | Youth organizing | $25,000 |
| Healdsburg FFA Ag Boosters | Youth organizing | $25,000 |
| Healdsburg Jazz Festival | Folk and indigenous music | $25,000 |
| Retriever Rescue of Las Vegas | Rescue dogs from meat farms/help with animal cruelty | $25,000 |
| Santa Barbara Habitat Humanity | Building homes | $25,000 |
| Blue Mountain Community Foundation | Community improvement | $15,000 |
| Willamette Valley Wine Foundation | Affordable housing for winegrowing communities | $15,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club Sonoma Marin | Enable young people to reach their full potential | $11,000 |
| Delores Barr Weaver Policy Center | Prevent initial/deeper involvement in young girls in justice system | $10,298 |
| Community Action of Napa Valley | Human services | $10,000 |
| Napa Valley College | Education | $10,000 |
| Pepperwood Preserve | Natural resources | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lindsay E Foley
- Carol J Foley
- William P Foley II
Questions people ask
Does The Foley Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Foley Family Charitable Foundation give?
$4.2 million in tax year 2024, across 48 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs The Foley Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lindsay E Foley (President), Carol J Foley (Secretary) and William P Foley II (Director).
What does The Foley Family Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, education and arts and culture.