The C L Carlile Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The C L Carlile Foundation is a private foundation in Keller, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $30,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $6,000. 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$30,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$6,000
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $40,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $40,000 | 5 | $956,640 |
| 2024 | $40,000 | 7 | $964,410 |
| 2025 | $30,000 | 7 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
The C L Carlile 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 The C L Carlile Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 3 | $16,000 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $6,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $4,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $2,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | General Fund | $6,000 |
| The Food Basket Inc | General Fund | $6,000 |
| Tennessee Food on Foot Fnd | General Fund | $6,000 |
| Hope for Justice | General Fund | $4,000 |
| PreBorn | General Fund | $4,000 |
| Usher Syndrome Coalition | General Fund | $2,000 |
| Ministerios Buena Vista | General Fund | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Deanna Gross
- David Gross
- Cynthia Eastin
- Joe Carlile
- Beverly Paul
Questions people ask
Does The C L Carlile Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The C L Carlile Foundation give?
$30,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs The C L Carlile Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Deanna Gross (President), David Gross (Director), Cynthia Eastin (Director) and Joe Carlile (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The C L Carlile Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger.