Carlson Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyEssex, Connecticut · EIN 90-0859272 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$68K
Organizations funded8
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$1.2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $3,000 and $10,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
12% of grants went outside Connecticut.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mitchell College | New London, CT | Education | $30,000 |
| Vanderbilt University | Nashville, TN | Education | $11,000 |
| Community Foundation of Middlesex | Middletown, CT | General operations | $10,000 |
| Community Music School | Centerbrook, CT | General operations | $5,000 |
| Connecticut Audubon Society | Fairfield, CT | Program support | $5,000 |
| Essex Land Trust | Essex, CT | General operations | $3,000 |
| The Conn Fdn for Dental Outreach | Southington, CT | Program support | $3,000 |
| Ivoryton Playhouse | Ivoryton, CT | Program support | $754 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $67,754 | 8 |
| 2024 | $65,000 | 9 |
| 2023 | $65,000 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 11, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621319349101052
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 90-0859272
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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