Key & Candle Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Key & Candle Foundation is a private foundation in Scarsdale, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $213,176 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $50,313 and the largest $109,050. 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$213,176
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$50,313
- Largest grant$109,050
- Assets$103,425
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $205,859 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $120,286 | 4 | $165,075 |
| 2024 | $205,859 | 4 | $112,677 |
| 2025 | $213,176 | 4 | $103,425 |
How to apply
Key & Candle 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
All of its grants went to recipients in New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 4 | $213,176 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Glenn Berger LCSW | Social work services | $109,050 |
| The Therapy Center LLP | Social work services | $87,734 |
| TTC Psychiatric | Psychiatric services | $12,892 |
| Doreen Han-Faver MD | Psychiatric services | $3,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Susanne Manley
- John Manley
Questions people ask
Does Key & Candle Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Key & Candle Foundation give?
$213,176 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $50,313.
Who runs Key & Candle Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Susanne Manley (President) and John Manley (Secretary/Tr).