The Theresa and Frank Caplan Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Theresa and Frank Caplan Foundation is a private foundation in Lock Haven, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $431,701 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $49,998 and the largest $63,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$431,701
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$49,998
- Largest grant$63,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $266,904 the year before.
100% of its 2024 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 | $266,904 | 4 | $9.5 million |
| 2024 | $431,701 | 9 | $0 |
How to apply
The Theresa and Frank Caplan 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Theresa and Frank Caplan Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 2 | $121,924 |
| New York | 2 | $95,300 |
| Texas | 2 | $84,671 |
| Virginia | 1 | $58,320 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $44,287 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $29,589 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Harvard University | Detecting and Learning from Automatic Teaching in Early Childhood | $63,000 |
| Boston College | Facilitating Parent Math Talk Through Games | $58,924 |
| Individual | Supporting playful parent-child joint reading experiences through AI digital technology | $58,320 |
| University of Texas Foundation | Enhancing early childhood education through AI: Developing the Play with AI (PL-AI) Curriculum Prototype | $50,000 |
| Boston University | Code Switching in the Digital Age: Analyzing Child-AI Conversations and Its Implications on STEM Participation | $49,998 |
| University at Albany | Acceptability and Feasibility of a Single-Session Online Parent-Focused Intervention Targeting Predictors of Body Image Disturbance in Young Children | $45,302 |
| Connecticut College | Early Childhood Education and Play: Examining the links between playful learning and self-regulated learning | $44,287 |
| University of South Florida | Play Studio for Teachers: Understanding and Supporting Children's Dramatic Play | $34,671 |
| University of Wisconsin Madison | Understanding the Role of Play Quality in Cognitive Outcomes for Children with CP-PBI | $29,589 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard L Caplan
- Judith Inglese
Questions people ask
Does The Theresa and Frank Caplan Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Theresa and Frank Caplan Foundation give?
$431,701 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $49,998.
Who runs The Theresa and Frank Caplan Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Richard L Caplan (Treasurer) and Judith Inglese (President).
What does The Theresa and Frank Caplan Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and youth programs.