Be in McCormack Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Be in McCormack Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Bradenton, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $230,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$230,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$2.9 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $162,000 the year before.
33% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $114,000 | 9 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $162,000 | 8 | $2.3 million |
| 2025 | $230,000 | 6 | $2.9 million |
How to apply
Be in McCormack Foundation Inc 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 Be in McCormack Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 1 | $100,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $88,000 |
| California | 1 | $35,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $7,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Untapped Talent Impact DBA Street Child United | Donation to create a haven where kids can attend after school and have access to sports facilities, equipment, and other athletic resources. | $100,000 |
| Denton Johnson Tennis Corp | Donation to create a haven where kids can attend after school and have access to computers, mentors, and nutrition. | $45,000 |
| One Life Ministries | Donation to equip the church to heal and disciple the nations | $35,000 |
| House of Hope | Donation to provide the tools to acheive recovery from addiction and address mental health issues, while transforming lives, families and communities. | $25,000 |
| Campus Crusade for Christ | Donation to help build people in their faith and send them to win and build others | $18,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Donation to serve local communities around the globe by engaging, equipping and empowering coaches and athletes to unite, inspire and change the world through the gospel. | $7,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Helen McCormack
- Mary McCormack
- Denise Penz
- Byron Shinn
- Drew Peters
Questions people ask
Does Be in McCormack Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Be in McCormack Foundation Inc give?
$230,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs Be in McCormack Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Helen McCormack (President), Mary McCormack (Vice President), Denise Penz (Secretary) and Byron Shinn (Treasurer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Be in McCormack Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and faith communities.