Bolsters Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Bolsters Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Middleton, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $775,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $22,500 and the largest $500,000. 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$775,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$22,500
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$11.5 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2024 was down from $930,000 the year before.
75% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $930,000 | 5 | $169,500 |
| 2024 | $775,000 | 8 | $11.5 million |
How to apply
Bolsters 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 Bolsters Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 7 | $755,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Villages Youth Sports Club Inc | General contribution | $500,000 |
| Destiny Inspired Woman Inc | General contribution | $100,000 |
| The Villages Charter School Autism Center LLC | General contribution | $100,000 |
| Kathryn Leigh Thurgaland Foundation Inc | General contribution | $25,000 |
| Aim for the Handicapped Inc | General contribution | $20,000 |
| Lake-Sumter Children's Advocacy Center | General contribution | $10,000 |
| Ocala Outreach Foundation Inc | General contribution | $10,000 |
| Bailey's Butterflies for Turner Syndrome | General contribution | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Tracy Morse Dadeo
- Devon Wiechens
- Lauren Knowlton
- Lindsey Morse Blaise
Questions people ask
Does Bolsters Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bolsters Foundation Inc give?
$775,000 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $22,500.
Who runs Bolsters Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Tracy Morse Dadeo (President), Devon Wiechens (Vice President), Lauren Knowlton (Secretary) and Lindsey Morse Blaise (Treasurer).
What does Bolsters Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.