The Buckelew Family Foundation
Accepts applications
The Buckelew Family Foundation is a private foundation in Toms River, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $17,975 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $138 and the largest $5,300. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$17,975
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$138
- Largest grant$5,300
- Assets$90,302
- New grantees41%
Giving in 2025 was down from $23,790 the year before.
41% 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 | $25,152 | 28 | $94,902 |
| 2024 | $23,790 | 25 | $94,929 |
| 2025 | $17,975 | 22 | $90,302 |
How to apply
| Contact | Joseph Buckelew 231 Main Street PO Box 2017, Toms River, NJ 08754 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (732) 736-5205 |
| What to submit | Submissions must be written. The exact format has not been determined. |
| Deadlines | Submissions are considered at the discretion of the foundation management. |
| Restrictions | No current restrictions. |
What The Buckelew Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 13 | $15,874 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $250 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $175 |
| Michigan | 1 | $76 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $75 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $25 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mercy Center NJ | Charitable purposes | $5,300 |
| NJ Hall of Fame | Charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Ocean's Harbor House | Charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Emmanuel Cancer Foundation | Charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Next Steps | Charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Deb Tiagwad Memorial Fund | Charitable purposes | $500 |
| Larc School | Charitable purposes | $500 |
| Am Battle Monuments Foundation | Charitable purposes | $500 |
| Asor | Charitable purposes | $250 |
| Monmouth Council Scouting America | Charitable purposes | $175 |
| 21 Plus Fdn Inc | Charitable purposes | $100 |
| Toms River 1st Aid Squad 39 | Charitable purposes | $100 |
| Wall Community First Aid | Charitable purposes | $100 |
| Hillsdale College | Charitable purposes | $76 |
| Boys Town | Charitable purposes | $75 |
| Society for Science | Charitable purposes | $75 |
| The Heritage Foundation | Charitable purposes | $50 |
| Judicial Watch | Charitable purposes | $50 |
| Wall Pba Local 234 | Charitable purposes | $50 |
| VFW Post 8867 | Charitable purposes | $49 |
| Fox Chase Cancer Center | Charitable purposes | $25 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph Buckelew
- Brian Buckelew
- Kevin Buckelew
Questions people ask
Does The Buckelew Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Submissions are considered at the discretion of the foundation management..
How much does The Buckelew Family Foundation give?
$17,975 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $138.
Who runs The Buckelew Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joseph Buckelew (Trustee), Brian Buckelew (Trustee) and Kevin Buckelew (Trustee).
What does The Buckelew Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, health and education.