Edward & Bethel Kean Charitable
Edward & Bethel Kean Charitable is a private foundation based in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. Its 2025 filing reports 27 grants totaling $392,965, supporting organizations whose work includes research, scholarships, education, religious activities, health-related services, arts, conservation, and community programs.
Edward & Bethel Kean Charitable at a glance
In short: Edward & Bethel Kean Charitable gave $393K across 27 grants in 2025 (avg $15K), mostly in Florida. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $392,965
- +16.3% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 27
- +107.7% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $14,554
- -44.0% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Total assets
- $4,232,161
- -6.3% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Florida (78% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Edward & Bethel Kean Charitable
- How to Apply
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The foundation’s filing states that applicants should submit a letter or proposal describing the organization’s purpose, the purpose for which funds would be used, and the organization’s tax-exempt status. The filing lists no restrictions on awards.
- Review Cycle
- None listed.
- Deadline
- None listed.
- Contact
Application contact: Randell C Doane
Mailing address: 2979 Pga Boulevard Suite 201, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
Phone: (561) 656-0200
Email: rcdoane@doanelaw.com
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Edward & Bethel Kean Charitable funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was American Heart Association ($90K). Together the top 10 received $283K.
Grant Size Distribution
75 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 69 grants of 75 (92%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation is based in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. In 2025, reported grant dollars went primarily to Florida recipients (78%), followed by Maryland (7%), Indiana (7%), Wisconsin (5%), and Washington, DC (1%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 27 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Edward & Bethel Kean Charitable gives
- 30% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2022 to 2025 (−6%). Method
- In 2025 it paid out 95% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2025). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $36K (2023) to $417K (2022). In 2025 it made 27 grants totaling $393K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Heart Association West Palm Beach, FL | Support Research | $90,000 |
| Women's Red Apple Foundation - Hope for the Future Scholarships West Palm Beach, FL | Offers scholarships to both graduating high school seniors and adult women seeking to re-enter the workforce and advance their education.we prioritize providing scholarships to women who demonstrate financial need and are from low to moderate-income households. | $40,000 |
| Aa MDS International Foun Bethesda, MD | Provides Support to Families | $29,000 |
| University of Notre Dame Notre Dame, IN | Educational | $29,000 |
| Razom Inc New York, FL | Dedicated to upholding the principles of the revolution of dignity (MAIDAN) and actively contributing to the establishment of a secure, prosperous, and democratic ukraine. | $25,000 |
| Mounts Botanical Gardens West Palm Beach, FL | Educational | $20,000 |
| St Paul of the Cross Parish N Palm Beach, FL | Religious Edcation | $20,000 |
| Cancer Alliance of Help and Hope Inc Tequesta, FL | Provides Support and Services to LOC | $10,000 |
| Children's Wisconsin Foundation Milwaukee, WI | Medical Research | $10,000 |
| Diocese of Palm Beach Palm Beach Gardens, FL | Religious Support | $10,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,232,161 | $222,698 | $504,947 | $392,965 | 27 | $413,263 | $222,698 | $433,905 |
| 2024 | $4,514,410 | $214,624 | $473,690 | $338,000 | 13 | $360,636 | $214,624 | $408,773 |
| 2023 | $4,773,476 | $165,223 | $158,413 | $35,500 | 6 | $35,500 | $133,189 | $343,841 |
| 2022 | $4,766,666 | $266,572 | $506,711 | $416,500 | 11 | $416,500 | $266,572 | $371,708 |
| 2021 | $5,006,805 | $481,915 | $397,890 | $272,100 | 18 | $272,100 | $481,915 | $382,376 |
| 2020 | $4,921,942 | $453,000 | $439,786 | $304,000 | 17 | — | $453,000 | $329,593 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Edward & Bethel Kean Charitable reported a distributable amount of $434K for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2025 grants show support for a range of organizations and purposes. For example, the American Heart Association received a grant for research support, and the Women’s Red Apple Foundation received a grant for scholarships for graduating high school seniors and adult women seeking to re-enter the workforce or advance their education.
Other 2025 grantees described their own missions as follows: Palm Beach Round Table said it establishes a forum for current events and education; Quantum House said it operates a home-away-from-home for families of children receiving treatment at nearby medical centers; and the National Wildlife Refuge Association said it works to conserve America’s wildlife heritage through programs that protect and enhance the National Wildlife Refuge System and surrounding landscapes. The Raymond F. Kravis Center described its work as presenting performing arts and fostering arts education, while the West Palm Beach Library Foundation said it seeks to keep Mandel Public Library programs, services, and resources free and accessible.
Grantmaking
In 2025, the foundation reported 27 grants totaling $392,965. Grants ranged from $1,000 to $90,000, with a median award of $10,000. Among the largest grants were $90,000 to the American Heart Association for research support, $40,000 to the Women’s Red Apple Foundation for scholarships, and $29,000 each to AA MDS International Foundation for family support and the University of Notre Dame for educational purposes. Razom Inc. received $25,000; Mounts Botanical Gardens and St. Paul of the Cross Parish each received $20,000.
Other reported 2025 grants included $10,000 each to Cancer Alliance of Help and Hope, Children’s Wisconsin Foundation, the Diocese of Palm Beach, the Henry Morrison Flagler Museum, Quantum House, and Palm Beach Round Table. The Raymond F. Kravis Center received $3,000, BallenIsles Charities Foundation received $2,000, and the West Palm Beach Library Foundation received $1,000.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Rebecca G. Doane as chairman and Randell C. Doane as treasurer/secretary.
Edward & Bethel Kean Charitable is led by Rebecca G. Doane, Chairman on every filing since 2020; none of the 2 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Rebecca G. Doane
Chairman
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Randell C. Doane
Treasurer & Secretary
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Edward & Bethel Kean Charitable
How much does Edward & Bethel Kean Charitable give each year?
Edward & Bethel Kean Charitable gave $393K across 27 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $338K across 13 grants.
What is Edward & Bethel Kean Charitable's typical grant size?
Edward & Bethel Kean Charitable's median grant in 2025 was $10,000, and its average grant was $14,554, across 27 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Edward & Bethel Kean Charitable give grants?
Edward & Bethel Kean Charitable gives mostly in Florida: 78% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were Maryland (7%) and Indiana (7%). The most frequent recipient cities were West Palm Beach, FL (9 grants), Palm Beach, FL (4 grants), Milwaukee, WI (2 grants) and Jupiter, FL (2 grants).
Does Edward & Bethel Kean Charitable give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 27 grants with a stated purpose on Edward & Bethel Kean Charitable's 2025 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support.
Who are Edward & Bethel Kean Charitable's largest grantees?
Edward & Bethel Kean Charitable's largest 2025 grantees include American Heart Association ($90,000), Women's Red Apple Foundation - Hope for the Future Scholarships ($40,000) and Aa MDS International Foun ($29,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 40% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Edward & Bethel Kean Charitable?
Edward & Bethel Kean Charitable reported $4.2M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $413K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $434K (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
What does Edward & Bethel Kean Charitable fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2025 grants show support for a range of organizations and purposes. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Edward & Bethel Kean Charitable?
The foundation’s filing states that applicants should submit a letter or proposal describing the organization’s purpose, the purpose for which funds would be used, and the organization’s tax-exempt status. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Edward & Bethel Kean Charitable's EIN?
Edward & Bethel Kean Charitable's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 27-3269010. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS July 10, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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