Barks Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Barks Family Foundation is a private foundation in Cape Coral, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $2,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $300 and the largest $1,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$2,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$300
- Largest grant$1,000
- Assets$55,844
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was down from $2,200 the year before.
60% of its 2025 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 | $0 | 0 | $59,726 |
| 2024 | $2,200 | 5 | $60,857 |
| 2025 | $2,000 | 5 | $55,844 |
How to apply
Barks Family 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 Barks Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 3 | $1,500 |
| New York | 1 | $300 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cape Coral Caring Center | Food for Poor | $1,000 |
| American Civil Liberties Union Foundation Inc | Support Civil Rights | $300 |
| St Matthews House | Ensure no one experiencing hunger homelessness or addiction is alone | $300 |
| Wikimedia Foundation Inc | Education - Free Online Encyclopedia | $200 |
| Gladiolus Food Pantry Inc | Food for Poor | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Melissa S Barks
- Bradley E Barks
Questions people ask
Does Barks Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Barks Family Foundation give?
$2,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $300.
Who runs Barks Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Melissa S Barks (Director) and Bradley E Barks (CEO Director).
What does Barks Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger.