Bernard A Egan Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Bernard A Egan Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Fort Pierce, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $7.0 million in 155 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $809,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$7.0 million
- Number of grants155
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$809,000
- Assets$138 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2024 was up from $6.5 million the year before.
8% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $7.3 million | 168 | $130 million |
| 2023 | $6.5 million | 165 | $133 million |
| 2024 | $7.0 million | 155 | $138 million |
How to apply
Bernard A Egan 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 Bernard A Egan Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 21 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 120 | $5.3 million |
| Connecticut | 1 | $437,500 |
| District of Columbia | 5 | $224,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $166,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $153,000 |
| Georgia | 2 | $151,250 |
| Utah | 3 | $126,000 |
| New York | 4 | $102,900 |
| Arizona | 1 | $75,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $60,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Source | Donated land; general support | $809,000 |
| St Francis Manor of Vero Beach | Providing Apartments to Low Income Seniors | $505,000 |
| Knights of Columbus Charities Inc | General support; SCHOLARSHIPS, DISASTER & REFUGEE | $437,500 |
| United Against Poverty | General SLC, General IRC; EVENT SUPPORT | $366,500 |
| Cleveland Clinic Indian River Foundation | General support | $300,000 |
| John Carroll Catholic High School | EDUCATION SUPPORT, Athletics program; Tuition | $250,000 |
| Samaritan Center | Sponsorship; General support | $248,550 |
| The Arc of Indian River County | General support | $225,000 |
| Special Equestrians of the Treasure Coast (Setc) | Facility Improvement, GENERAL OPERATIONS | $204,000 |
| Adorer Missionary Sisters of the Poor | Orphanage operations, education support | $155,000 |
| Dana-Farber Institute & The Jimmy Fund | Ewing Sarcoma Research | $150,000 |
| Leadership Institute | General support | $150,000 |
| Legionaries of Christ Seminary | Scholarships | $150,000 |
| American Cancer Society | General support | $130,000 |
| St Anastasia Catholic School | Education, Tuition Assistance, Capital | $130,000 |
| St Joseph Mission Charity | Holy Family Missions for the Poor, Ukranian Refuge | $120,000 |
| Xavier High School | Education/Scholarships | $95,000 |
| Bureau of Catholic Indian Missions | General support; education | $90,000 |
| St Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church | Religious Education; Gabriel project | $80,000 |
| Capital Research Center | General support | $75,000 |
| ICAN (International Cancer Advocacy Network) | Program support | $75,000 |
| St Anastasia Catholic Church | General support; 2023 Discipleship Program | $61,000 |
| Treasure Coast Homeless Services Council Inc | Naomi's House; Adam's Place | $60,000 |
| St Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church | Scholarships; General support; St. Vincent de Paul | $59,000 |
| Senior Resource Association | Memorial donation; General support | $52,000 |
| East Coast Zoological Society of Florida | General support | $50,000 |
| FOCUS (Fellowship of Catholic University Students) | General support | $50,000 |
| Graceway Village | Capital Campaign | $50,000 |
| Heritage Foundation | Young Leaders Program | $50,000 |
| Pacific Legal Foundation | Countering Government Abuse | $50,000 |
| Ryan Center for Young Children | Early child education | $50,000 |
| St Anastasia School Endowment Inc | General support; scholarship | $50,000 |
| Redlands Christian Migrants Association | Education | $45,000 |
| Thrive IRC | Education support | $42,000 |
| Sunshine Physical Therapy Clinic | Event support, GENERAL OPERATIONS | $40,000 |
| United Way of St Lucie Co | Annual Campaign | $40,000 |
| Camp Hobe Incorporated | General support | $40,000 |
| Little Birthday Angels Inc | General support | $40,000 |
| Ocean Research and Conservation Association (ORCA) | Middle school education | $40,000 |
| Indian River County Medical Society Foundation Inc | General operations, sponsotship | $38,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bernadette M Emerick
- Jean Jacques Gilet
- Gregory P Nelson
- Mary R Shinn
- Catherine M Rohm
Questions people ask
Does Bernard A Egan Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bernard A Egan Foundation Inc give?
$7.0 million in tax year 2024, across 155 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Bernard A Egan Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Bernadette M Emerick (President), Jean Jacques Gilet (Vice President), Gregory P Nelson (Secretary/Treasurer) and Mary R Shinn (Assistant Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Bernard A Egan Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and faith communities.