The Karas Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Karas Family Foundation is a private foundation in Seattle, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $19,798 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $3,500. 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$19,798
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$3,500
- Assets$54,426
- New grantees94%
Giving in 2024 was down from $28,099 the year before.
94% 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 | $28,099 | 20 | $272,013 |
| 2024 | $19,798 | 16 | $54,426 |
How to apply
The Karas 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 The Karas Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 15 | $18,748 |
| Washington | 1 | $1,050 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| World Central Kitchen | Hunger | $3,500 |
| Weld Seattle | Housingeducation | $2,052 |
| MCF Sound Experience | Education | $2,035 |
| Friends of the Children Boston | Child welfare | $2,000 |
| Northwest Film Forum | Education | $1,050 |
| UNICEF | Child services | $1,046 |
| Greater Hope | Child welfare | $1,021 |
| Rave Foundation | Child welfare | $1,000 |
| National Marine Life Center | Environment | $1,000 |
| Karas Family Scholarship Fund (Recpient Kennedy Dylewicz) | Education | $1,000 |
| ASPCA | Animal welfare | $1,000 |
| Globe Santa | Child services | $1,000 |
| Surfrider Foundation | Environment | $829 |
| Great Dog Rescue | Animal welfare | $500 |
| SSP Virginia Thurston | Medical support | $500 |
| National Multiple Schlerosis | Medical research | $265 |
Officers and trustees
- Lisa M Frackiewicz
- Anthony J Karas
Questions people ask
Does The Karas Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Karas Family Foundation give?
$19,798 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Karas Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lisa M Frackiewicz (Trustee) and Anthony J Karas (Trustee).
What does The Karas Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and environment and conservation.