Accel Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Accel Foundation is a private foundation in Jupiter, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $77,565 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $10,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$77,565
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees64%
Giving in 2024 was down from $80,784 the year before.
64% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $80,784 | 15 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $77,565 | 22 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
Accel Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Accel Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 10 | $32,000 |
| North Carolina | 5 | $24,700 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $15,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $3,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $500 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $265 |
| Texas | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Harvard University | Educational | $10,000 |
| Feed the Hungry Pantry of Palm Beach County | Charitable | $10,000 |
| All God's Children Inc | Charitable | $7,000 |
| Samaritans Purse | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Salvation Army of Asheville | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Mana Foodbank | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Harvard Salient | Educational | $5,000 |
| Education Foundation of Martin County | Charitable | $4,500 |
| Salvation Army of Manatee County | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Moravian Manor Communities | Charitalbe | $3,000 |
| Second Harvest of the Big Bend | Charitable | $2,500 |
| United Way of Palm Beach County | Charitable | $2,500 |
| House of Hope of Martin County | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Martin County | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Leadership Institute | Educational | $2,000 |
| Richland Creek Elementary | Educational | $1,700 |
| Healthy Mothers Healthy Babies | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Hobe Sound Early Learning Center | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Hannah's Home of South Florida | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Tapout Cancer | Charitable | $500 |
| Manchester Youth Hockey | Charitable | $265 |
| American Heart Association | Charitable | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- James M Strathmeyer
- Marci Strathmeyer
- Maureen Gilbert
Questions people ask
Does Accel Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Accel Foundation give?
$77,565 in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Accel Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists James M Strathmeyer (President), Marci Strathmeyer (Director) and Maureen Gilbert (Director).
What does Accel Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and youth programs.