Kelly Family Foundation | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 06-1605254
Foundation Overview
Based in Newtown, CT, Kelly Family Foundation has awarded 147 grants totaling $3,937,500 to organizations in Connecticut, Massachusetts and 14 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $1,000 to $125,000, with a median award of $20,000.
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New Applicant Friendliness
4 of 18 recipients (22%) were new grantees. Foundation strongly favors organizations with proven track records. New partnerships develop slowly over time.
Geographic Focus
53% of grants are awarded in Connecticut, with additional funding distributed across 15 other locations. The foundation balances regional focus with broader geographic diversity. Within Connecticut, funding concentrates in Bridgeport (31%), Bethel (28%), Danbury (24%).
Funding Trajectory
Strong 185% growth in annual giving over 8 years indicates expanding philanthropic capacity and increasing opportunities for grant seekers. This upward trajectory suggests growing foundation resources and commitment.
Program Areas
Dual focus on general purposes (67%) and community projects, indicating strategic concentration in complementary program areas.
Where is The Money Going?
Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into Kelly Family Foundation's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.
| Name | Amount | Location | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Bishop's Appeal - Diocese Of Bridgeport | $125,000 | Bridgeport, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2024 |
| Catholic Charities Of Fairfield County | $30,000 | Bridgeport, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2024 |
| Church Of St Mary | $43,000 | Bethel, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2024 |
| Cross Catholic Outreach | $50,000 | Boca Raton, FL, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2024 |
| Danbury Hospital & New Milford Hospital Foundation Inc | $50,000 | Danbury, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2024 |
| Equestrian Order Of Holy Sepulchre | $20,000 | Metairie, LA, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2024 |
| Off The Streets Inc | $25,000 | Bethel, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2024 |
| Regional Hospice | $10,000 | Danbury, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2024 |
| Unbound | $15,000 | Kansas City, KS, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2024 |
| Annual Bishop's Appeal - Diocese Of Bridgeport | $125,000 | Bridgeport, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2024 |
| Catholic Charities Of Fairfield County | $30,000 | Bridgeport, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2024 |
| Church Of St Mary | $43,000 | Bethel, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2024 |
| Cross Catholic Outreach | $50,000 | Boca Raton, FL, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2024 |
| Danbury Hospital & New Milford Hospital Foundation Inc | $50,000 | Danbury, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2024 |
| Equestrian Order Of Holy Sepulchre | $20,000 | Metairie, LA, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2024 |
| Off The Streets Inc | $25,000 | Bethel, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2024 |
| Regional Hospice | $10,000 | Danbury, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2024 |
| Unbound | $15,000 | Kansas City, KS, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2024 |
| Annual Bishop's Appeal - Diocese Of Bridgeport | $55,000 | Bridgeport, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Case Fund - Case Alumni Association | $25,000 | Cleveland, OH, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Catholic Charities Of Fairfield County | $25,000 | Bridgeport, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Church Of St Mary | $25,000 | Bethel, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Equestrian Order Of Holy Sepulchre | $20,000 | Metairie, LA, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Friends Of Merciful Love | $100,000 | Waxhaw, NC, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Little Sisters Of The Poor | $20,000 | Enfield, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Nuvance Health Foundation | $50,000 | Danbury, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Regional Hospice | $20,000 | Danbury, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| School Of The Holy Child | $4,000 | Rye, NY, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| St Rose Of Lima Church | $5,000 | Newtown, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Unbound | $1,200 | Kansas City, KS, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Annual Bishop's Appeal - Diocese Of Bridgeport | $55,000 | Bridgeport, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Case Fund - Case Alumni Association | $25,000 | Cleveland, OH, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Catholic Charities Of Fairfield County | $25,000 | Bridgeport, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Church Of St Mary | $25,000 | Bethel, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Equestrian Order Of Holy Sepulchre | $20,000 | Metairie, LA, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Friends Of Merciful Love | $100,000 | Waxhaw, NC, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Little Sisters Of The Poor | $20,000 | Enfield, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Nuvance Health Foundation | $50,000 | Danbury, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Regional Hospice | $20,000 | Danbury, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| School Of The Holy Child | $4,000 | Rye, NY, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| St Rose Of Lima Church | $5,000 | Newtown, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Unbound | $1,200 | Kansas City, KS, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Annual Bishop's Appeal - Diocese Of Bridgeport | $55,000 | Bridgeport, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Case Fund - Case Alumni Association | $25,000 | Cleveland, OH, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Catholic Charities Of Fairfield County | $25,000 | Bridgeport, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Church Of St Mary | $25,000 | Bethel, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Equestrian Order Of Holy Sepulchre | $20,000 | Metairie, LA, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Friends Of Merciful Love | $100,000 | Waxhaw, NC, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Little Sisters Of The Poor | $20,000 | Enfield, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Nuvance Health Foundation | $50,000 | Danbury, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Regional Hospice | $20,000 | Danbury, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| School Of The Holy Child | $4,000 | Rye, NY, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| St Rose Of Lima Church | $5,000 | Newtown, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Unbound | $1,200 | Kansas City, KS, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Annual Bishop's Appeal - Diocese Of Bridgeport | $55,000 | Bridgeport, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Case Fund - Case Alumni Association | $25,000 | Cleveland, OH, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Catholic Charities Of Fairfield County | $25,000 | Bridgeport, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Church Of St Mary | $25,000 | Bethel, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Equestrian Order Of Holy Sepulchre | $20,000 | Metairie, LA, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Friends Of Merciful Love | $100,000 | Waxhaw, NC, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Little Sisters Of The Poor | $20,000 | Enfield, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Nuvance Health Foundation | $50,000 | Danbury, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Regional Hospice | $20,000 | Danbury, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| School Of The Holy Child | $4,000 | Rye, NY, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| St Rose Of Lima Church | $5,000 | Newtown, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Unbound | $1,200 | Kansas City, KS, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Annual Bishop's Appeal - Diocese Of Bridgeport | $55,000 | Bridgeport, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Case Fund - Case Alumni Association | $25,000 | Cleveland, OH, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Catholic Charities Of Fairfield County | $25,000 | Bridgeport, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Church Of St Mary | $25,000 | Bethel, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Equestrian Order Of Holy Sepulchre | $20,000 | Metairie, LA, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Friends Of Merciful Love | $100,000 | Waxhaw, NC, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Little Sisters Of The Poor | $20,000 | Enfield, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Nuvance Health Foundation | $50,000 | Danbury, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Regional Hospice | $20,000 | Danbury, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| School Of The Holy Child | $4,000 | Rye, NY, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| St Rose Of Lima Church | $5,000 | Newtown, CT, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Unbound | $1,200 | Kansas City, KS, US | General Support Of Charitable Programs | 2023 |
| Annual Bishop's Appeal - Diocese Of Bridgeport | $50,000 | Bridgeport, CT, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2022 |
| Case Fund | $25,000 | Franklin, MA, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2022 |
| Church Of St Mary | $50,000 | Bethel, CT, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2022 |
| Danbury Hospital Foundation | $50,000 | Danbury, CT, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2022 |
| Equestrian Order Of Holy Sepulchre | $20,000 | New York, NY, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2022 |
| Little Sisters Of The Poor | $20,000 | Pittsburgh, PA, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2022 |
| Unbound | $1,200 | Kansas City, KS, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2022 |
| Catholic Charities Of Fairfield County | $40,000 | Bridgeport, CT, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2022 |
| Off The Streets | $20,000 | Bethel, CT, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2022 |
| Annual Bishop's Appeal - Diocese Of Bridgeport | $50,000 | Bridgeport, CT, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2022 |
| Case Fund | $25,000 | Franklin, MA, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2022 |
| Church Of St Mary | $50,000 | Bethel, CT, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2022 |
| Danbury Hospital Foundation | $50,000 | Danbury, CT, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2022 |
| Equestrian Order Of Holy Sepulchre | $20,000 | New York, NY, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2022 |
| Little Sisters Of The Poor | $20,000 | Pittsburgh, PA, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2022 |
| Unbound | $1,200 | Kansas City, KS, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2022 |
| Catholic Charities Of Fairfield County | $40,000 | Bridgeport, CT, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2022 |
| Off The Streets | $20,000 | Bethel, CT, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2022 |
| Annual Bishop's Appeal - Diocese Of Bridgeport | $51,500 | Bridgeport, CT, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2021 |
| Case Fund | $20,000 | Franklin, MA, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2021 |
| Church Of St Mary | $50,000 | Bethel, CT, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2021 |
| Cristo Rey Dallas Academic Center | $10,000 | Dallas, TX, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2021 |
| Danbury Hospital Foundation | $25,000 | Danbury, CT, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2021 |
| Equestrian Order Of Holy Sepulchre | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2021 |
| Faith Food Pantry | $10,000 | Nettleton, MS, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2021 |
| Little Sisters Of The Poor | $25,000 | Pittsburgh, PA, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2021 |
| Missionaries Of Charity | $20,000 | Miami, FL, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2021 |
| Regional Hospice | $10,000 | Danbury, CT, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2021 |
| St Francis By The Sea Church | $10,000 | Hilton Head, SC, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2021 |
| Unbound | $1,200 | Kansas City, KS, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2021 |
| Annual Bishop's Appeal - Diocese Of Bridgeport | $40,000 | Bridgeport, CT, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2020 |
| Church Of St Mary | $115,000 | Bethel, CT, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2020 |
| Equestrian Order Of Holy Sepulchre | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2020 |
| Unbound | $1,400 | Kansas City, KS, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2020 |
| St Francis By The Sea Church | $15,000 | Hilton Head, SC, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2020 |
| Catholic Charities Of Fairfield County | $10,000 | Bridgeport, CT, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2020 |
| Cristo Rey Dallas Academic Center | $5,000 | Dallas, TX, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2020 |
| Nuvance Health Medical Practice Ct Inc | $25,000 | Bethel, CT, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2020 |
| Off The Streets | $5,000 | Bethel, CT, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2020 |
| Church Of St Mary | $58,000 | Bethel, CT, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2018 |
| St Francis By The Sea Church | $10,000 | Hilton Head, SC, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2018 |
| St Rose Church | $27,000 | Cincinnati, OH, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2018 |
| Missionaries Of Charity | $10,000 | San Diego, CA, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2018 |
| Cross Catholic Outreach | $20,000 | Boca Raton, FL, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2018 |
| St Nicholas Catholic Church | $2,000 | Virginia Beach, VA, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2018 |
| Villa Angela St Joseph High School | $5,000 | Cleveland, OH, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2018 |
| Annual Bishop's Appeal - Diocese Of Bridgeport | $30,000 | Bridgeport, CT, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2017 |
| Case Fund | $10,000 | Cleveland, OH, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2017 |
| Church Of St Mary | $63,000 | Bethel, CT, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2017 |
| Equestrian Order Of Holy Sepulchre | $5,000 | New York, NY, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2017 |
| Our Lady Of The Assumption Church- Off The Streets Bft | $5,000 | Fairfield, CT, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2017 |
| St Francis By The Sea Church | $13,000 | Hilton Head, SC, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2017 |
| St Mary School | $4,000 | Bethel, CT, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2017 |
| St Rose Church | $2,000 | Cincinnati, OH, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2017 |
| Unbound | $1,000 | Kansas City, KS, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2017 |
| Catholic Charities Of Fairfield County | $10,000 | Bridgeport, CT, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2017 |
| Danbury Hospital Foundation | $15,000 | Danbury, CT, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2017 |
| St Francis Catholic School | $5,000 | Hilton Head, SC, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2017 |
| Little Sisters Of The Poor | $5,000 | New Berlin, WI, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2017 |
| St Francis By The Sea Church | $12,000 | Hilton Head Island, SC, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2016 |
| Church Of St Mary | $51,000 | Bethel, CT, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2016 |
| St Mary School | $5,000 | Bethel, CT, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2016 |
| Annual Bishop's Appeal - Diocese Of Bridgeport | $30,000 | Bridgeport, CT, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2016 |
| Case Fund | $10,000 | Cleveland, OH, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2016 |
| Mercy Care Foundation | $5,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2016 |
| Equestrian Order Of Holy Sepulchre | $5,000 | New York, NY, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2016 |
| St Rose Church | $1,000 | Cincinnati, OH, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2016 |
| St Joseph High School | $5,000 | Trumbull, CT, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2016 |
| Our Lady Of The Assumption Church- Off The Streets Bft | $5,000 | Fairfield, CT, US | Unrestricted 501(c)(3) | 2016 |
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Contact Information
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| EIN | 06-1605254 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | CO JAMES T KELLY 64 BOGGS HILL R Newtown, CT 06470-0000 |
Key People (2)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee Kelly Family Foundation's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| Trustee | James T Kelly |
|---|---|
| Trustee | Mary Lou Kelly |
Forms 990-PF
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