Casey Family Programs
Preselected recipients only
Casey Family Programs is a private foundation in Seattle, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $6.0 million in 201 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $555,000. 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$6.0 million
- Number of grants201
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$555,000
- Assets$2.7 billion
- New grantees69%
Giving in 2024 was down from $7.7 million the year before.
69% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $7.7 million | 178 | $2.7 billion |
| 2024 | $6.0 million | 201 | $2.7 billion |
How to apply
Casey Family Programs 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Casey Family Programs funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 41 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 62 | $1.8 million |
| District of Columbia | 15 | $754,209 |
| New York | 14 | $669,874 |
| South Dakota | 3 | $312,507 |
| Massachusetts | 7 | $305,725 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $286,000 |
| California | 12 | $267,400 |
| Florida | 1 | $200,000 |
| Texas | 8 | $165,277 |
| Alabama | 2 | $150,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| City of Seattle-Mayor's Office | Support the city of seattles long term public safety efforts | $555,000 |
| Seattle Public Schools | Support various programs and initiatives | $332,500 |
| National Casa Association | General operating grant | $300,000 |
| Oglala Sioux Tribe | General operating grant | $300,000 |
| D3 Community Outreach Inc | General operating grant | $249,000 |
| National Cares Mentoring Movement Inc | General operating support and community events | $212,500 |
| Congressional Black Caucus Foundation | General support and social justice fellowship program | $200,000 |
| Florida State University Foundation Inc | Support various programs and initiatives | $200,000 |
| Border Network for Human Rights | General operating grant | $150,000 |
| Graduate Center Foundation Inc | General operating support | $150,000 |
| Puerto Rico Community Foundation Inc | General operating support and community events | $150,000 |
| The New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children | General operating support and community events | $150,000 |
| Child Welfare Innovation Inc | Support strategic communications to further mission and general operating support | $120,000 |
| Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute Inc | General operating grant and fellowship program | $110,000 |
| Philanthropy Southeast | General operating support and community events | $110,000 |
| Center for the Study of Social Policy | Support strategic communications to further mission | $100,000 |
| Essex Community Outreach Corporation | Support cinematique event | $100,000 |
| Fostering Media Connections | General operating grant | $100,000 |
| Schott Foundation for Public Education | Support various programs and initiatives | $100,000 |
| Yakama Nation | Support various programs and initiatives | $100,000 |
| Foundation for Louisiana | General operating grant | $85,000 |
| The Council of State Governments LTD | Support various programs and initiatives | $85,000 |
| Hispanics in Philanthropy | Support annual conference | $82,000 |
| Fosterclub Inc | Support child welfare collaboration | $81,644 |
| Delta State College Foundation Inc | General operating grant | $75,000 |
| Nafasi Fund | General operating grant | $75,000 |
| World Conference of Mayors Inc | Support various programs and initiatives | $75,000 |
| Hopewell Inc | Support pilot program | $65,000 |
| Unidosus | General operating support and community events | $60,000 |
| Abfe | General operating grant | $50,000 |
| Alliance for Education | General operating grant | $50,000 |
| Center for Native American Youth | Support the annual fort peck youth summit | $50,000 |
| Cnaturenet | General operating grant | $50,000 |
| Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute | General operating grant | $50,000 |
| Delta Circles Inc | General operating grant | $50,000 |
| Kingmakers of Oakland | Support community event | $50,000 |
| Native Americans in Philanthropy | General operating support and community events | $50,000 |
| New York Urban League Inc | General operating support and community events | $50,000 |
| Northwest African American Museum | General operating support and community events | $50,000 |
| Sarah Stitt Hope Foundation Inc | General operating support | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Walter H Smith Jr
- Joan B Poliak
- America Y Bracho
- Sharon McDaniel
- Lance G Morgan
- Doug Patejunas
- Eric Pettigrew
- Karen F Jones
- Benjamin S Danielson
- William C Bell PHD
- Joseph A Boateng
Questions people ask
Does Casey Family Programs accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Casey Family Programs give?
$6.0 million in tax year 2024, across 201 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Casey Family Programs?
Its 2024 filing lists Walter H Smith Jr (Chair), Joan B Poliak (Vice Chair), America Y Bracho (Secretary) and Sharon McDaniel (Treasurer) among 11 officers and trustees.
What does Casey Family Programs fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and community development.