Barsema Family Foundation Corp
Preselected recipients only
Barsema Family Foundation Corp is a private foundation in Tarpon Springs, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $58,000 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$58,000
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2025 was down from $64,000 the year before.
15% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $40,000 | 25 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $64,000 | 27 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $58,000 | 27 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Barsema Family Foundation Corp 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 Barsema Family Foundation Corp funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 16 | $55,080 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $850 |
| Missouri | 2 | $600 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $500 |
| Washington | 1 | $500 |
| Iowa | 1 | $100 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $100 |
| Texas | 1 | $100 |
| Virginia | 1 | $100 |
| New York | 1 | $70 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Homeless Empowerment Program | Homeless welfare | $10,000 |
| Jesuit High School | Education | $10,000 |
| Humane Society of North Pinellas | Animal welfare | $7,300 |
| Avalon Family Charities | Education | $7,000 |
| St Paul's School | Education | $5,300 |
| Berkely Prep School | Education | $5,000 |
| Quantum Leap Farms | Prevention of cruelty to animals | $3,000 |
| Morton Plant Mease Foundation | Health | $2,700 |
| Calvary Christian High School | Education | $2,500 |
| American Bouvier Des Flandres Club | Animal protection | $650 |
| Project Pup | Education | $630 |
| Bouvier Health Foundation | Animal care | $500 |
| Rockhurst University | Education | $500 |
| Clearwater Free Clinic | Health | $500 |
| The Dressage Foundation | Education | $500 |
| First Lutheran Church | Religion | $500 |
| Church of the Ascension | Religion | $300 |
| Florida Wildlife Corridor | Animal conservation | $250 |
| American Bouvier Rescue League | Prevention of cruelty to animals | $200 |
| Elephant Sanctuary | Prevention of cruelty to animals | $100 |
| American Quarter Horse Foundation | Animal care | $100 |
| Project Linus | Education | $100 |
| Red Cross | Community welfare | $100 |
| National Wildlife Foundation | Animal conservation | $100 |
| National Audobon Society | Animal conservation | $70 |
| Florida Sheriffs Association | Law enforcement | $50 |
| Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches | Education | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Christine M Barsema
- Mathew Barsema
- Eric Barsema
Questions people ask
Does Barsema Family Foundation Corp accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Barsema Family Foundation Corp give?
$58,000 in tax year 2025, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Barsema Family Foundation Corp?
Its 2025 filing lists Christine M Barsema (President/Secretary), Mathew Barsema (Vice President/Treasurer) and Eric Barsema (Vice President/Treasurer).
What does Barsema Family Foundation Corp fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, animals and health.