Beard Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Beard Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Tampa, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $32,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$32,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$100,715
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was down from $46,000 the year before.
40% 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 | $30,193 | 7 | $45,036 |
| 2024 | $46,000 | 4 | $51,507 |
| 2025 | $32,000 | 5 | $100,715 |
How to apply
Beard 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 Beard Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 4 | $31,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tampa Museum of Art | Educational programs. | $15,000 |
| The Florida Aquarium | Entertain, educate and inspire stewardship of the natural environment | $10,000 |
| Cardiostart International | Educational programs. | $5,000 |
| Georgia Tech Foundation Inc | Endowment - richard a beard iii family scholarship for tech promise | $1,000 |
| University of South Florida Foundation | Educational programs. | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard A Beard III
- Lillian J Beard
- Allison B Luzier
- Richard A Beard IV
Questions people ask
Does Beard Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Beard Foundation Inc give?
$32,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Beard Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard A Beard III (President), Lillian J Beard (VP), Allison B Luzier (Secretary) and Richard A Beard IV (Treasurer).
What does Beard Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.