The Careth Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Careth Foundation is a private foundation in Duvall, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $163,500 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$163,500
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$3.5 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2024 was down from $178,000 the year before.
44% 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 | $178,000 | 8 | $3.4 million |
| 2024 | $163,500 | 9 | $3.5 million |
How to apply
The Careth 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Careth Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 2 | $50,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $50,000 |
| California | 1 | $20,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $18,500 |
| Washington | 1 | $15,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Grassroots Global Justice | Human rights education | $25,000 |
| Grassroots International | Human rights education | $25,000 |
| Institute for Justice and Democracy | Human rights education | $25,000 |
| Grassroots Global Justice Regrant P | Human rights education | $25,000 |
| Thousand Currents | Human rights education | $20,000 |
| Womens Reginal Network Pakistan | Human rights education | $15,000 |
| Young Women Empowered | Human rights | $15,000 |
| Dawn | Human rights | $10,000 |
| Womens Reginal Network | Human rights education | $3,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Sandra Grumman
- Scott Ackley
- Paul Martin
- Hilary Grumman
Questions people ask
Does The Careth Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Careth Foundation give?
$163,500 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Careth Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sandra Grumman (President), Scott Ackley (Vice-Preside), Paul Martin (Treasurer) and Hilary Grumman (Secretary).
What does The Careth Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and international.