Carat Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Carat Foundation is a private foundation in Edmond, Oklahoma. In tax year 2025 it gave $66,857 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $12,000. 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$66,857
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$12,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $29,849 the year before.
25% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $29,849 | 15 | $278,193 |
| 2025 | $66,857 | 17 | $0 |
How to apply
Carat 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 Carat Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Oklahoma.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma | 8 | $44,060 |
| Colorado | 2 | $12,516 |
| Texas | 3 | $8,035 |
| California | 1 | $1,239 |
| Washington | 1 | $570 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $287 |
| Oregon | 1 | $150 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Henderson Hills Baptist Church | Religious - to further the program | $12,000 |
| Come and See Foundation Inc | Religious - to further the program | $12,000 |
| Tbd Creatives Inc | Religious - to further the program | $11,409 |
| Galerie Du Saint Inc | Religious - to further the program | $10,000 |
| Individual | Religious - to further the program | $6,000 |
| Salt and Light Leadership Training | Religious - to further the program | $4,000 |
| Positive Tomorrows Inc | Charitable - to help fund programs | $2,500 |
| Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma | Charitable - to help fund programs | $2,400 |
| Grace School of Theology | Religious - to further the program | $1,500 |
| Agape International Missions | Religious - to further the program | $1,239 |
| Infant Crisis Services | Charitable - to help fund programs | $1,236 |
| World Vision Foundation | Charitable - to help fund programs | $570 |
| Human Coalition | Charitable - to help fund programs | $535 |
| Compassion International Incorporat | Charitable - to help fund programs | $516 |
| Ballet Oklahoma Inc | Religious - to further the program | $515 |
| St George's Anglican Church Italy | Religious - to further the program | $287 |
| Bibleproject | Religious - to further the program | $150 |
Officers and trustees
- Caitlyn Lafferty
- Kevin Lafferty
Questions people ask
Does Carat Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Carat Foundation give?
$66,857 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Carat Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Caitlyn Lafferty (President) and Kevin Lafferty (Treasurer).
What does Carat Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and international.