The Callahan Family Fund Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Callahan Family Fund Inc is a private foundation in Franklin, Tennessee. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.9 million in 19 grants; the typical grant was $4,740 and the largest $1.7 million. 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$1.9 million
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$4,740
- Largest grant$1.7 million
- Assets$0
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $109,031 the year before.
33% 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 | $94,961 | 10 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $109,031 | 19 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $1.9 million | 19 | $0 |
How to apply
The Callahan Family Fund Inc 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 The Callahan Family Fund Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 9 | $1.8 million |
| Ohio | 5 | $82,154 |
| Texas | 1 | $25,000 |
| Indiana | 2 | $19,068 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $295 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Callahan Family Daf Fund 1 | Charitable donation | $1.7 million |
| St Xavier High School | Charitable donation | $70,000 |
| Father Ryan High School | Charitable donation | $30,000 |
| American Heart Association | Charitable donation | $25,000 |
| Waldens Puddle | Charitable donation | $15,000 |
| Hoosier Ticket Project | Charitable donation | $14,670 |
| The Ohio State University Fdn | Charitable donation | $10,000 |
| Father Ryan High School | Charitable donation | $6,030 |
| SVDP St Matthew Conference | Charitable donation | $5,000 |
| Community Fdn Middle TN | Charitable donation | $4,740 |
| Community Fdn Middle TN | Charitable donation | $4,740 |
| Indiana University Athletics | Charitable donation | $4,398 |
| YMCA of Middle Tennessee | Charitable donation | $2,500 |
| Ohio State Buckeye Club | Charitable donation | $2,000 |
| Father Ryan High School | Charitable donation | $1,000 |
| Owls Hill Nature Sanctuary | Charitable donation | $1,000 |
| Graf Dairy Hero Foundation | Charitable doantion | $295 |
| Meadowview Elementary | Charitable donation | $77 |
| Meadowview Elementary | Charitable donation | $77 |
Officers and trustees
- Brian P Callahan
- Alexandra E Callahan
- Marcy A Callahan
- Brian Patrick Callahan II
- Geoff Kerbis
Questions people ask
Does The Callahan Family Fund Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Callahan Family Fund Inc give?
$1.9 million in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $4,740.
Who runs The Callahan Family Fund Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Brian P Callahan (Director), Alexandra E Callahan (Director), Marcy A Callahan (Director) and Brian Patrick Callahan II (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Callahan Family Fund Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.