Bechily-Hodes Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bechily-Hodes Family Foundation is a private foundation in Miami Beach, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $286,775 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $3,500 and the largest $153,675. 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$286,775
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$3,500
- Largest grant$153,675
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2025 was down from $427,250 the year before.
27% 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 | $130,760 | 25 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $427,250 | 25 | $1.5 million |
| 2025 | $286,775 | 22 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
Bechily-Hodes 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 Bechily-Hodes Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 15 | $265,825 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $4,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $700 |
| Indiana | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Perez Art Museum Miami | General operations | $153,675 |
| Locust Projects | General operations | $40,000 |
| Women Photographers International Archive | General operations | $15,000 |
| South Florida Art Center Inc | General operations | $11,500 |
| Florida Grand Opera | General operations | $11,000 |
| Friends of Caritas Cubana | General operations | $10,000 |
| Artes Miami Inc | General operations | $8,000 |
| The Museum of Contemporary Art North Miami | General operations | $5,000 |
| University of Miami | General operations | $5,000 |
| Bakehouse Art Complex | General operations | $4,000 |
| Phoenix Children's Foundation | General operations | $4,000 |
| Miami City Ballet | General operations | $3,000 |
| New World Symphony | General operations | $3,000 |
| DC Witness | General operations | $2,500 |
| Gamma Phi Beta Foundation | General operations | $2,500 |
| Police Athletic League of North Miami Inc | General operations | $2,500 |
| Safe Schools South Florida | General operations | $2,500 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Chicago | General operations | $1,000 |
| Feeding South Florida | General operations | $1,000 |
| The Elephant Sanctuary | General operations | $700 |
| Humane Society of Greater Miami | General operations | $650 |
| Sisters of Providence | General operations | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Maria Bechily-Hodes
- Scott Hodes
- Valery H Lodato
- Anthony S Hodes
Questions people ask
Does Bechily-Hodes Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bechily-Hodes Family Foundation give?
$286,775 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $3,500.
Who runs Bechily-Hodes Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Maria Bechily-Hodes (President), Scott Hodes (Sec/Treasurer), Valery H Lodato (Director) and Anthony S Hodes (Director).
What does Bechily-Hodes Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and youth programs.