Carris Corporation Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Carris Corporation Foundation is a private foundation in Proctor, Vermont. In tax year 2024 it gave $444,086 in 104 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $36,350. 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$444,086
- Number of grants104
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$36,350
- Assets$53,573
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2024 was down from $734,645 the year before.
36% of its 2024 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 | $734,645 | 129 | $72,827 |
| 2024 | $444,086 | 104 | $53,573 |
How to apply
Carris Corporation 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 Carris Corporation Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 15 states, the most to Vermont.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont | 29 | $114,455 |
| California | 6 | $49,000 |
| North Carolina | 14 | $47,700 |
| Texas | 12 | $41,981 |
| Connecticut | 9 | $38,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $36,350 |
| Massachusetts | 7 | $30,000 |
| Indiana | 9 | $27,600 |
| Virginia | 6 | $23,500 |
| Michigan | 6 | $20,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Employee Ownership Foundation | To support the collection of data and encourage objective research on employee ownership | $36,350 |
| Paramount Theater | To support in holding events and performances for the community | $25,000 |
| Holy Family Table | To support in providing free meals to anyone who is hungry | $12,500 |
| Madera County Food Bank | To support in providing for the food needs of madera county | $12,500 |
| Madera Rescue Mission | To support in providing services for the homeless | $12,500 |
| American Red Cross | Response to earthquakes in turkey/syria | $11,655 |
| Community Food Pantry of New Carlisle | To support providing quality food to social services agencies | $11,000 |
| Red Bud Area Ministries | To support in providing food, clothing and other necessities to those in need in the community | $11,000 |
| American Cancer Society | To support cancer research, rides to appointments, and patient support | $10,000 |
| Josh Paul Ministries | Support for hurricane helene relief | $10,000 |
| Pine Hill Partnership Inc | To help the volunteers with repairs, maintenance, and other things that benefit the community | $10,000 |
| The Arc Fresnomadera Counties | To help the program that offers indiviuals with an intellectual or developmental disability the opportunity to succeed in a supportive environment | $10,000 |
| Heroes on the Water | Supports various activities in the hiddenite community | $8,001 |
| Enfield Loaves & Fishes | To support providing food, aid and comfort to people in need | $8,000 |
| Casa of Collin County | Supports child abuse prevention | $7,000 |
| Connecticut Children's Foundation | Provides support in research of childhood diseases | $7,000 |
| Friends of the Homeless | To support helping homeless families with the necessities | $6,000 |
| Springfield Rescue Mission | To support in hunger relief and the homeless | $6,000 |
| 4GIVEN & Free Ministry | To support the conduction of a ten week program focusing on god and his word | $5,000 |
| Alleghany Highlands Community Services | Provides support to residents with mental health issues, disabilities, and recovering addicts | $5,000 |
| Compass for Life | Provides housing to homeless or recently incarcerated individuals | $5,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | To support efforts in their mission to help cure and help those with cystic fibrosis | $5,000 |
| Diakonos Inc | To support fifth street ministries | $5,000 |
| Enfield Food Shelf | To provide general operating support | $5,000 |
| Food for Days | To support the community with food | $5,000 |
| Girls on the Run Vermont | Supports coach trainings | $5,000 |
| Hiddenite Community Center | To support in providing free meals to anyone who is hungry | $5,000 |
| Indiana University Foundation | To support with leadership and fundraising services for campuses and units across the university | $5,000 |
| Providence Ministries for the Needy | To support assisting the people in need in the community of their basic needs | $5,000 |
| Rutgers University Foundation | To support "friends of the institute" | $5,000 |
| The Meadows Memory Care Unit | To help provide residents with trained staff and the care and attention needed | $5,000 |
| Tour de Slate | To support rehabilitation program | $5,000 |
| Vermont Adaptive Ski | To support sport and recreational activities for people with disabilities | $5,000 |
| Wonderfeet Kids Museum | To provide general operating support | $5,000 |
| Boiling Springs Fire Dept Inc | To support in training and equipment to provide services | $4,000 |
| Christina's House | To support women and their children in the springfield community | $4,000 |
| Cornerstone Foundation | To support resources for the community | $4,000 |
| Court Appointed Special Advocates of Fannin County | To support fanin county children's center | $4,000 |
| Craig County Rescue Squad-Ems Inc | Provide funds for trainings and equipment | $4,000 |
| Dodd City Volunteer Fire Dept | Provides funds for equipment and trainings | $4,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David Fitz-Gerald
- Alberto Aguilar
- David Sunderland
Questions people ask
Does Carris Corporation Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Carris Corporation Foundation give?
$444,086 in tax year 2024, across 104 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Carris Corporation Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists David Fitz-Gerald (Director), Alberto Aguilar (Director) and David Sunderland (Director).
What does Carris Corporation Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, faith communities and human services.