Big Nova Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Big Nova Foundation is a private foundation in Sanford, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.9 million in 39 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $1.0 million. 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$3.9 million
- Number of grants39
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$75.9 million
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $75.1 million |
| 2024 | $3.9 million | 39 | $75.9 million |
How to apply
Big Nova 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 Big Nova Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 34 | $3.6 million |
| Minnesota | 1 | $250,000 |
| California | 2 | $30,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $25,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Idignity Inc | Idignity's permanent operational headquarters | $1.0 million |
| Conservation Florida Inc | D ranch preserve nature center | $600,000 |
| Salt Outreach Inc | Bridge funding for orlando mobile drop-in center | $300,000 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Inc | Fulfillment of moore family pledge | $250,000 |
| NMDP Foundation | General support | $250,000 |
| One Purse Inc | General support | $250,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Southwest and Central Florida Inc | Call center funding | $250,000 |
| Unity Youth Association Inc | Uya summer learning experience | $200,000 |
| Florida Superior Properties Economic Community Services Inc | Florida specs: harnessing solar energy for a brighter future | $180,000 |
| Touched by Type 1 Inc | General support | $75,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Florida Inc | Replacing hvac units at the ronald mcdonald house at arnold palmer hospital | $70,382 |
| Central Florida Zoological Society Inc | General support | $64,500 |
| Christian Service Center for Central Florida Inc | General support | $60,000 |
| Picnic Project Inc | Mark thompson | $50,000 |
| Unity Youth Association Inc | Salary support for administrative assistant | $50,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest North Carolina Inc | General support | $25,000 |
| World Central Kitchen Inc | General support | $25,000 |
| Autoinflammatory Alliance Inc | General support | $20,000 |
| Conservation Florida Inc | General support | $20,000 |
| Diocesan Council of Orlando | General support | $20,000 |
| For Nina Foundation Inc | Wigs for comfort & confidence program | $20,000 |
| Goldsboro Front Porch Council Inc | Goldsboro h.o.p.e. (health opportunities prevention and educatipn) | $20,000 |
| Picnic Project Inc | School food share program | $20,000 |
| Central Florida Zoological Society Inc | General support | $18,976 |
| Individual | General support | $10,500 |
| Christian Help Foundation Inc | C.o.r.e. Services - changing lives for good | $10,000 |
| Christian Sharing Center Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Faine House Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Sistas Inspiring Sisters to Achieve Success Inc | Sistas empowerment 2025 | $10,000 |
| Toys for Tots | General support | $7,212 |
| Unity Youth Association Inc | General support | $6,000 |
| Breaking Bread Beyond Inc | General support | $5,000 |
| Feed Hunger Now Inc | General support | $5,000 |
| Life Concepts Inc | Quest kids therapy gap funding program | $5,000 |
| Orlando Union Rescue Mission Inc | General support | $5,000 |
| United Foundation of Central Florida Inc | General support | $5,000 |
| Whipping Childhood Cancer Inc | Travel program | $5,000 |
| Adult Literacy League Inc | General support | $4,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Trees
- Thomas Moore
- Sally Moore
- Sarah Asma
- Stephen Moore
Questions people ask
Does Big Nova Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Big Nova Foundation give?
$3.9 million in tax year 2024, across 39 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Big Nova Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Michael Trees (Chief Financial Officer), Thomas Moore (President), Sally Moore (Vice President) and Sarah Asma (Treasurer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Big Nova Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, health and youth programs.