Castele Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Castele Family Foundation is a private foundation in Lakewood, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $71,000 in 32 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $11,500. 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$71,000
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$11,500
- Assets$3,629
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was down from $76,500 the year before.
38% 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 | $70,000 | 35 | $9,425 |
| 2024 | $76,500 | 36 | $3,778 |
| 2025 | $71,000 | 32 | $3,629 |
How to apply
Castele 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 Castele Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 24 | $54,500 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $3,500 |
| Alaska | 1 | $2,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $2,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Greater Cleveland Foodbank | General Support | $11,500 |
| Find food Bank | General support | $5,000 |
| The Legal Aid Society | General Support | $4,000 |
| Ottawa County Pregnancy Center | General Support | $3,000 |
| Journey Ctr for Safety and Healing | General Support | $3,000 |
| ALS Assn | General support | $2,500 |
| Lakewood Foundation | H2O Summer Camp | $2,000 |
| Bistro 163 | General Support | $2,000 |
| St Ignatius High School | Tuition Assistance | $2,000 |
| St Angela Merici Catholic Church | General Support | $2,000 |
| Cuyahoga County Public Library | 123 Read Program | $2,000 |
| Geauga Hunger Task Force | General Support | $2,000 |
| Lighthouse Sober Living | General Support | $2,000 |
| Rainn | General Support | $2,000 |
| Two Foundation | General Support | $2,000 |
| Palmer Food Bank | General support | $2,000 |
| Community Resource Services | General support | $2,000 |
| Vocational Guidance Services | General support | $2,000 |
| St Patrick Parish | St Malachi Oratory | $2,000 |
| Nationwide Childrens | General support | $2,000 |
| Sleep in Heavenly Peace | General support | $2,000 |
| Woman Safe | General support | $2,000 |
| Best Buddies in Ohio | General Support | $1,500 |
| Malachi House | General Support | $1,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | General Support | $1,000 |
| Community West Foundation | Socks Plus campaign | $1,000 |
| Christ Child Society | General Support | $1,000 |
| Youth Challenge | General Support | $1,000 |
| Operation Smile | General support | $1,000 |
| Covenant House | General Support | $1,000 |
| Montesorri Dev Partherships | Food Strong Gardening Program | $1,000 |
| 4 Paws for Ability | General Support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard T Castele
- John T Castele
- Mary Kay Binder
Questions people ask
Does Castele Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Castele Family Foundation give?
$71,000 in tax year 2025, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Castele Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard T Castele (Treasurer), John T Castele (Secretary) and Mary Kay Binder (President).
What does Castele Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, youth programs and education.