The Kelly Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Kelly Family Foundation is a private foundation in Pennington, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $50,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $15,000. 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$50,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was up from $39,000 the year before.
17% 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 | $40,500 | 6 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $39,000 | 6 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $50,000 | 6 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
The Kelly 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 3 | $30,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $10,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $5,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Adirondack Foundation | Unrestricted general | $15,000 |
| Hands of Hartford | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Tri-County Literacy Grant | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| The Against Malaria Foundation | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
| Regional Food Bank of NE Ny Inc | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
| Malaria Consortium | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kevin T Kelly
- John E Kelly IV
- Timothy P Kelly
- Helen-Jo R Kelly
- John E Kelly III
Questions people ask
Does The Kelly Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Kelly Family Foundation give?
$50,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs The Kelly Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kevin T Kelly (Co-Trustee), John E Kelly IV (Co-Trustee), Timothy P Kelly (Co-Trustee) and Helen-Jo R Kelly (Co-Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.