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Carter Family Foundation is a private corporation based in WAYZATA, MN. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2005. The principal officer is Diana Clarke Carter. It holds total assets of $12.6M. Annual income is reported at $14.1M. Total assets have grown from $615K in 2011 to $12.6M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 3 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2024. According to available records, Carter Family Foundation has made 150 grants totaling $4.3M, with a median grant of $3K. Annual giving has grown from $1.5M in 2021 to $2.7M in 2022. Individual grants have ranged from N/A to $325K, with an average award of $28K. The foundation has supported 79 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Minnesota, Georgia, District of Columbia, which account for 46% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 23 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
N/A
Median Grant
$3K
Average Grant
$25K
Largest Grant
$449K
Based on 52 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
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Carter Family Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 150 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in MN, GA, DC.
Carter Family Foundation has distributed a total of $4.3M across 150 grants. The median grant size is $3K, with an average of $28K. Individual grants have ranged from N/A to $325K.
Carter Family Foundation is a private foundation. To inquire about grants, you can look up the foundation using their EIN (203311749) on GuideStar or contact them directly. Many private foundations have specific application processes that may not be publicly listed.
Carter Family Foundation is headquartered in WAYZATA, MN. While based in MN, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 23 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robert Lowell Carter | Director/Officer | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Diana Clarke-Carter | Director/Chief Executive Officer | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Alison Clarke Carter Brown | Director/Executive Director | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
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Total Assets
$12.6M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$12.6M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
150
Total Giving
$4.3M
Average Grant
$28K
Median Grant
$3K
Unique Recipients
79
Most Common Grant
$1K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Life In ChristTo support the Organization's mission. | Clearwater, MN | $10K | 2022 |
| Children'S Health DefenseTo support the Organization's mission. | Peachtree City, GA | $316K | 2022 |
| Metropolitan State University FoundationTo support students in natural science at Metropolitan State Universtiy. | St Paul, MN | $260K | 2022 |
| Be The MatchTo support the Be The Match Gala. | Minneapolis, MN | $200K | 2022 |
| Westminster ChurchTo support the Organization's mission. | Minneapolis, MN | $153K | 2022 |
| Front Line Covid-19 Critical Care Alliance IncTo support the Organization's mission. | Washington, DC | $77K | 2022 |
| Every MealTo support the Organization's mission. | Roseville, MN | $60K | 2022 |
| Take Charge MinnesotaTo support the Organization's mission. | Minneapolis, MN | $54K | 2022 |
| Institute For Frontier ScienceTo support the Organization's mission. | Emeryville, CA | $50K | 2022 |
| Spare Key Groove GalaTo support the Organization's mission. | St Paul, MN | $21K | 2022 |
| SaidianaTo support the Organization's mission. | Edina, MN | $20K | 2022 |
| American Red CrossTo support the Organization's mission. | Washington, DC | $20K | 2022 |
| The Leukemia & Lymphoma SocietyTo support the Organization's mission. | Rye Brook, NY | $19K | 2022 |
| Kkids IncTo support the Organization's mission. | North Fort Myers, FL | $12K | 2022 |
| Bethany CollegeTo support the Organization's mission. | Bethany, WV | $10K | 2022 |
| Minneapolis FoundationTo support the Organization's mission. | Minneapolis, MN | $10K | 2022 |
| Feed My Starving ChildrenTo support the Organization's mission. | Coon Rapids, MN | $10K | 2022 |
| Interfaith OutreachTo support the Organization's mission. | Plymouth, MN | $10K | 2022 |
| Convention Of StatesTo support the Organization's mission. | Houston, TX | $8K | 2022 |
| Save The ChildrenTo support the Organization's mission. | Fairfield, CT | $5K | 2022 |
| Ridgewood ChurchTo support the Organization's mission. | Minnetonka, MN | $5K | 2022 |
| Frontline NursesTo support the Organization's mission. | Elko, NV | $5K | 2022 |
| Wellspring For The WorldTo help fund water wells in Africa. | Fargo, ND | $5K | 2022 |
| Compassion International MinistriesTo support the Organization's mission. | Sugar Land, TX | $4K | 2022 |
| Make Americans Free AgainTo support the Organization's mission. | Worthington, OH | $3K | 2022 |