Charleys Kids Foundation
Accepts applications
Charleys Kids Foundation is a private foundation in Columbus, Ohio. In tax year 2024 it gave $597,202 in 46 grants; the typical grant was $10,192 and the largest $50,958. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$597,202
- Number of grants46
- Typical grant$10,192
- Largest grant$50,958
- Assets$11.7 million
- New grantees9%
Giving in 2024 was up from $586,625 the year before.
9% of its 2024 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 | $586,625 | 47 | $10.7 million |
| 2024 | $597,202 | 46 | $11.7 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Helena Dameron 5500 Arlington Centre Blvd Ste 5300, Columbus, OH 43220 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (614) 923-4700, charleyskids@charleys.com |
| What to submit | Charleys kids foundation's grant application can be completed and submitted at www.charleyskids.org. |
| Deadlines | Application cycles open in october on an annual basis. |
| Restrictions | Charleys kids foundation only gives one-year donations with the option of reapplication. We do not fund the entire program cost. We award grants ranging from $500 - $10,000. All applicants must: 1. Be a registered 501(c)(3) organization; 2. Provide education, food, and/or mentorship to kids at least twice a week to children in need; and 3. Apply for funding for a program existing for a minimum of three years. Finally, when possible, we prefer giving monthly (rather than one-time donations) to stay connected and learn about the difference we are making in the lives of children together. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Charleys Kids Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 18 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 8 | $125,513 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $56,052 |
| California | 5 | $52,946 |
| Nevada | 1 | $50,958 |
| Missouri | 4 | $47,901 |
| Arizona | 4 | $40,767 |
| North Carolina | 4 | $39,380 |
| Florida | 2 | $25,478 |
| Texas | 2 | $25,478 |
| Washington | 2 | $20,620 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Casa Hogar Friends of | Mentoring: life skills | $50,958 |
| Central Ohio Youth for Christ Inc | Mentoring: life skills | $20,383 |
| Kid Power Inc | Mentoring: afterschool | $20,383 |
| Recource Cleveland (Fka Refugee Response) | Mentoring: life skills | $20,383 |
| Young Life Columbus | Mentoring: life skills | $20,383 |
| Asian-American Community Services | Mentoring: afterschool | $17,483 |
| Asia's Hope | Education: college and career | $15,287 |
| Children at Risk | Education: tutoring | $15,287 |
| College Bound DC | Education: college and career | $15,287 |
| Elevate Orlando | Education: college and career | $15,287 |
| Imentor Chicago | Education: college and career | $15,287 |
| Lifewise Academy | Mentoring: life skills | $15,287 |
| Pathways International | Education: tutoring | $15,287 |
| Rapha International | Rapha international | $15,287 |
| College Bound Inc | Education: college and career | $12,230 |
| Pomona Hope | Mentoring: afterschool | $12,179 |
| His Heart Mentor Success | Mentoring: life skills | $10,429 |
| Arizona Brainfood Inc | Food: weekend backpack | $10,192 |
| Bright Prospects | Education: college and career | $10,192 |
| Create Your Own Dream | Education: tutoring | $10,192 |
| Elevate New York | Education: college and career | $10,192 |
| Enroot Inc | Education: college and career | $10,192 |
| Friends of the Children New York | Education: tutoring | $10,192 |
| Mountain Park Baptist Church | Food: supplemental | $10,192 |
| Native American Advancement Foundation Inc | Mentoring: afterschool | $10,192 |
| Open Doors Academy | Education: tutoring | $10,192 |
| Read to A Child | Mentoring: life skills | $10,192 |
| The Pittsburgh Promise | Education: college and career | $10,192 |
| The Wooden Floor | After school | $10,192 |
| Urban Ranger Corps | Mentoring: life skills | $10,192 |
| Urbanpromise Charlotte | Education: tutoring | $10,192 |
| Wellspring Detroit | Education: tutoring | $10,192 |
| Wings of Hope Inc | Education: tutoring | $10,192 |
| Zoe International | Mentoring: life skills | $10,192 |
| Academic Learning Center | Education: tutoring | $10,191 |
| Connectikids Inc | After school | $10,191 |
| Degrees of Change | Education: college and career | $10,191 |
| Elevate Phoenix | Education: college and career | $10,191 |
| For Love of Children | Education: tutoring | $10,191 |
| Kids Pack Inc | Food: supplemental | $10,191 |
Officers and trustees
- Charley M Shin
- Candra Alisiswanto
- Kyu Chang Han
Questions people ask
Does Charleys Kids Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Application cycles open in october on an annual basis..
How much does Charleys Kids Foundation give?
$597,202 in tax year 2024, across 46 grants, with a typical grant of $10,192.
Who runs Charleys Kids Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Charley M Shin (President/Executive Director), Candra Alisiswanto (Treasurer/Director) and Kyu Chang Han (Secretary/Director).
What does Charleys Kids Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and food and hunger.