Kelley Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kelley Family Foundation is a private foundation in Lancaster, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $46,746 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $11,250. 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$46,746
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$11,250
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2025 was down from $52,691 the year before.
47% 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 | $48,573 | 16 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $52,691 | 16 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $46,746 | 15 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Kelley 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 Kelley Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 6 | $28,832 |
| Ohio | 5 | $10,582 |
| Illinois | 2 | $4,332 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pax Christi Catholic Church | Operational | $11,250 |
| Max Fund Animal Adoption Center | Operational | $3,896 |
| Wild Animal Sanctuary | Operational | $3,896 |
| Foothills Animal Shelter | Operational | $3,895 |
| Humane Colorado | Operational | $3,895 |
| Foundation Shelters | Operational | $2,582 |
| Ignatian Sprirituality Project | Operational | $2,332 |
| William V Fisher Catholic | Operational | $2,000 |
| Drive Fore the Future | Operational | $2,000 |
| Fairfield Foundation | Operational | $2,000 |
| Harcum House | Operational | $2,000 |
| Nationwide Children's Hospital | Operational | $2,000 |
| Regis Jesuit High School | Operational | $2,000 |
| St Mary of the Assumption | Operational | $2,000 |
| Fairfield University | Operational | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John Joseph Kelley Jr
- Thomas E Kelley
- Mark G Kelley
Questions people ask
Does Kelley Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kelley Family Foundation give?
$46,746 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Kelley Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John Joseph Kelley Jr (Trustee), Thomas E Kelley (Trustee) and Mark G Kelley (Trustee).
What does Kelley Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, faith communities and education.