Carter and Melissa Cafritz Charitable Trust
Invitation OnlyWashington, District of Columbia · EIN 13-7049874 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $25,000.
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
14% of grants went outside District of Columbia.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Arc | Washington, DC | General operating support | $70,000 |
| Martha's Table Inc | Washington, DC | General operating support | $30,000 |
| Life Pieces to Masterpieces | Washington, DC | General operating support | $30,000 |
| DC Central Kitchen Inc | Washington, DC | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Weta | Arlington, VA | General operating support | $20,000 |
| Cornerstone | Washington, DC | General operating support | $15,000 |
| Bright Beginnings Inc | Washington, DC | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Capital Area Food Bank | Washington, DC | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Northern Virginia Family Service | Oakton, VA | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Bread for the City | Washington, DC | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Rebuilding Together | Washingtond, DC | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Critical Exposure | Washington, DC | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Foods and Friends | Washington, DC | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Building Bridges Across the River | Washington, DC | General operating support | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $265,000 | 14 |
| 2024 | $250,000 | 19 |
| 2023 | $170,000 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601339349102970
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 13-7049874
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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