Carl E Kessler Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Carl E Kessler Family Foundation is a private foundation in Fort Worth, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $478,710 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $2,750 and the largest $346,000. 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$478,710
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$2,750
- Largest grant$346,000
- Assets$9.0 million
- New grantees41%
Giving in 2025 was up from $310,661 the year before.
41% 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 | $345,030 | 17 | $8.3 million |
| 2024 | $310,661 | 15 | $8.8 million |
| 2025 | $478,710 | 17 | $9.0 million |
How to apply
Carl E Kessler 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 Carl E Kessler Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 1 | $346,000 |
| Texas | 12 | $123,460 |
| Missouri | 1 | $2,750 |
| California | 1 | $2,500 |
| New York | 1 | $2,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Charity Navigator | Human Service | $346,000 |
| Communities in Schools Dallas Region | Education | $25,000 |
| Salvation Army | Human Service | $22,500 |
| North Texas Giving | Human Services | $22,360 |
| Military Museum of Fort Worth | Veteran Support | $15,000 |
| Careity Foundation | Human Service | $10,000 |
| Deki Inc | Education | $10,000 |
| Trinity Habitat for Humanity | Affordable homeownership | $10,000 |
| Wings of Hope | Human Services | $2,750 |
| American Red Cross | Human Service | $2,500 |
| HALO Foundation | Wounded warriors support | $2,500 |
| Stand up to Cancer | Human Service | $2,500 |
| Task Force Antal | Veterans Support | $2,500 |
| Brazos Foundation | Education | $1,600 |
| Ducks Unlimited Inc | Animal Welfare | $1,500 |
| Clark Garden | Education | $1,000 |
| Grace House Pregnancy Center | Human Service | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David R Kessler
- Carla K Kessler
- Karen Garrison
Questions people ask
Does Carl E Kessler Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Carl E Kessler Family Foundation give?
$478,710 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $2,750.
Who runs Carl E Kessler Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David R Kessler (Vice President), Carla K Kessler (President) and Karen Garrison (Secretary/Treasurer).
What does Carl E Kessler Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, education and veterans.