The Staley Charitable Foundation
This organization is a private foundation dedicated to supporting a variety of charitable causes, with a significant focus on education, scientific research, and community service. It provides funding to educational institutions, animal rescue organizations, and various charitable initiatives, reflecting its commitment to enhancing community welfare and educational opportunities. The foundation serves a diverse range of recipients, including schools, charities, and community service clubs, indicating a broad philanthropic approach. While it is based in Indiana, its funding extends to organizations across multiple states.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
A small or mid-size charity (particularly education, children’s programs, or local community causes) seeking modest, single-year support and able to submit a concise written request with documentation.
Good Fit
- • Project or program in education, youth/children services, animal rescue, or small community charities.
- • Request for modest funding (typical awards are under $5,000, with median near $200).
- • Willingness to submit a short written request with supporting documentation to the named contact.
- • Ability to demonstrate concrete need and clear, simple budget/use of funds for a one-time grant.
Geography
Observed grants span roughly 20 states in the latest year, with only about 6% of 2023 dollars staying in the foundation state, indicating a broadly national footprint.
Recipient Variety
The foundation funded many distinct independent recipients (29 in 2023 and 56 in 2022), so the observed recipient set is broad rather than a tiny closed circle.
New Applicants
Direct evidence shows high turnover in 2023 (24 of 29 grantees were new that year) and the foundation publishes a written-request process and named contact, supporting a strong likelihood that unfamiliar applicants can access funding.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
