Carr Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Carr Family Foundation is a private foundation in Staunton, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $221,500 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $50,500. 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$221,500
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,500
- Assets$4.9 million
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2024 was up from $218,950 the year before.
15% of its 2024 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 | $218,950 | 29 | $4.4 million |
| 2024 | $221,500 | 27 | $4.9 million |
How to apply
Carr 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 Carr Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 27 | $221,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia Tech Foundation | Education promotion | $50,500 |
| Blue Ridge Community College | Education promotion | $25,000 |
| St John's Methodist Churc | Benefit community organization | $20,000 |
| James Madison University | Education promotion | $15,000 |
| Valley Mission | Assist the poor | $15,000 |
| Augusta Health Foundation | Benefit community organization | $10,000 |
| Community Foundation of CBR | Benefit community organization | $10,000 |
| New Direction Center | Benefit community organization | $10,000 |
| Staunton-Augusta YMCA | Benefit community organization | $10,000 |
| American Frontier Culture | Benefit community organization | $5,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Wsa | Benefit community organization | $5,000 |
| Blue Ridge Area Food Bank | Assist the poor | $5,000 |
| Covenant School | Education promotion | $5,000 |
| Edward Via College of Osteopathic | Education promotion | $5,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Assist the poor | $5,000 |
| Hunters for the Hungry | Assist the poor | $5,000 |
| Talking Book Center | Education promotion | $5,000 |
| Crozet UMC | Benefit community organization | $3,000 |
| Mt Paron Baptist Church | Benefit community organization | $3,000 |
| Augusta Regional SPCA | Benefit community organization | $2,000 |
| Waynesboro Symphony Orchestra | Benefit community organization | $2,000 |
| Albemarle High School | Education promotion | $1,000 |
| Anna's House School | Education promotion | $1,000 |
| Crozet Volunteer Fire Department | Benefit community organization | $1,000 |
| Jazz in the Park | Benefit community organization | $1,000 |
| Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library | Benefit community organization | $1,000 |
| RR Smith Center | Benefit community organization | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mitchell O Carr
- Iris T Carr
- Todd M Carr
- David W Didawick
Questions people ask
Does Carr Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Carr Family Foundation give?
$221,500 in tax year 2024, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Carr Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mitchell O Carr (Pres.,treas), Iris T Carr (Secretary), Todd M Carr (V. Pres) and David W Didawick (Board Member).
What does Carr Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and community development.