The Kerr Family Charitable Foundation
Accepts applications
The Kerr Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in San Antonio, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $135,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $65,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$135,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$65,000
- Assets$2.5 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was up from $122,500 the year before.
67% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $107,500 | 8 | $2.0 million |
| 2023 | $122,500 | 6 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $135,000 | 9 | $2.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | John C Kerr PO Box 781629, San Antonio, TX 78278 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (210) 462-9023 |
| What to submit | No prescribed form is required. General request will be accepted. |
What The Kerr Family Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 5 | $105,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas Biomedical Research Institute | General fund | $65,000 |
| Humanities Texas | General fund | $25,000 |
| Environmental Defense | General fund | $10,000 |
| Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance | General fund | $10,000 |
| Christian Assistance Ministry | General fund | $5,000 |
| Etosha Rescue and Adoption Center | General fund | $5,000 |
| KLRN | General fund | $5,000 |
| Roaring Gap Foundation | General fund | $5,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | General fund | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John C Kerr
- Susan M Kerr
Questions people ask
Does The Kerr Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Kerr Family Charitable Foundation give?
$135,000 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Kerr Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John C Kerr (President) and Susan M Kerr (Vice President).
What does The Kerr Family Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research.