Blanchard Foundation
Accepts applications
Blanchard Foundation is a private foundation in Fort Myers Beach, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $76,000 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $14,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$76,000
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$14,000
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees41%
Giving in 2024 was up from $74,000 the year before.
41% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $71,000 | 13 | $1.3 million |
| 2023 | $74,000 | 14 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $76,000 | 17 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Blanchard Foundation 2526 Ashbrook Drive, Ashtabula, OH 44004 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (440) 964-7620, blanchardfmb@gmail.com |
| What to submit | Mail financial information and description of need along with proof of 501(c)(3)status. |
| Restrictions | Ashtabula county Ohio 501(c)(3) organizations only |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Blanchard Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 9 | $36,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $18,000 |
| California | 1 | $14,000 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $6,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Center for Creative Exporation | Operating funds | $14,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Lee & Hendr | Operating funds | $6,000 |
| Florida Repertory Theatre | Operating funds | $6,000 |
| Harry Chapin Food Bank | Operating funds | $6,000 |
| Ashtabula Art Center | Operating funds | $5,000 |
| Leadership | Operating funds | $5,000 |
| Civic Development Corporation | Operating funds | $5,000 |
| Ashtabula YMCA | Operating funds | $5,000 |
| Samaritan House | Operating funds | $5,000 |
| Dream Center | Operating funds | $4,000 |
| Northampton Survival Center | Operating funds | $3,000 |
| Bridges 2 Hope | Operating funds | $3,000 |
| Ashtabula Underground RR Museum | Operating funds | $3,000 |
| Institute of Musical Arts | Operating funds | $2,000 |
| Chabad of SE Morris County | Operating funds | $2,000 |
| St John High School | Operating funds | $1,000 |
| Snow Farm | Operating funds | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Douglas Blanchard
- Carol Blanchard
- Terry Blanchard
Questions people ask
Does Blanchard Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Blanchard Foundation give?
$76,000 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Blanchard Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Douglas Blanchard (President/Tr), Carol Blanchard (Trustee) and Terry Blanchard (Trustee).
What does Blanchard Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.