The Castleman Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Castleman Family Foundation is a private foundation in Reno, Nevada. In tax year 2024 it gave $583,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $186,750. 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$583,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$186,750
- Assets$14.5 million
- New grantees55%
Giving in 2024 was down from $643,500 the year before.
55% of its 2024 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 | $643,500 | 10 | $13.5 million |
| 2024 | $583,000 | 11 | $14.5 million |
How to apply
The Castleman 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 Castleman Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $186,750 |
| Virginia | 1 | $186,750 |
| Nevada | 2 | $51,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $50,000 |
| New York | 1 | $50,000 |
| Texas | 4 | $47,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $11,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Institute for Justice | General support | $186,750 |
| Pacific Legal Foundation | General support | $186,750 |
| Special Operations Care Fund | General support | $50,000 |
| New York Cancer Foundation | General support | $50,000 |
| Independence Fund | General support | $26,000 |
| Douglas County Sheriff's Advisory Council | General support | $25,000 |
| Boot Campaign | General support | $20,000 |
| Special Forces Charitable Trust | General support | $11,000 |
| Hoodneck Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Lubbock Swat Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| National Multiple Sclerosis Society | General support | $7,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Peter M Castleman
- Sloane C Castleman
- Christine Jha Effective 121422
Questions people ask
Does The Castleman Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Castleman Family Foundation give?
$583,000 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Castleman Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Peter M Castleman (Trustee), Sloane C Castleman (Trustee) and Christine Jha Effective 121422 (Trustee).
What does The Castleman Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.