Bosma and Ralston Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Bosma and Ralston Family Foundation is a private foundation in Longboat Key, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $5,250 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $2,625 and the largest $5,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$5,250
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$2,625
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$251,506
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was down from $10,500 the year before.
50% 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 | $10,500 | 4 | $0 |
| 2024 | $5,250 | 2 | $251,506 |
How to apply
| Contact | Bosma and Ralston Family Foundation 545 General Harris St, Longboat Key, FL 34228 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (541) 326-7188 |
| What to submit | Letter to include: a. Proof of current 501(c)(3) status, together with most recent form 990 reports. B. A description of the program goals and activities. C. A statement of qualifications for the recipient organization to operate the program d. A clear description of the program, fiscal, and operating responsibilities of both the recipient organization and the foundation; e. The identification of an authorized representative for the recipient organization; f. A program budget and disbursement schedule g. A stipulation that the grant funds can be used only for the purposes for which the grant was made h. A process which separately tracks all foundation funds on the receiving organization's books, and which ensures that all financial records are kept in accordance with reasonable accounting principles, that records are kept as long as required by law, and to make records available to auditors as required by law; i. Periodic and program and fiscal reporting requirements, including a provi |
What Bosma and Ralston Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 2 | $5,250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Flanzer Philanthropic Trust | Enhancing the life of the people of the suncoast | $5,000 |
| Lightshare Behavioral Wellness & Recovery | Support compassionate care so those seeking help may begin their journey to healing | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Peter Allen Bosma
- Venessa Ralston Bosma
- Craig John Ralston
Questions people ask
Does Bosma and Ralston Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Bosma and Ralston Family Foundation give?
$5,250 in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $2,625.
Who runs Bosma and Ralston Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Peter Allen Bosma (President), Venessa Ralston Bosma (Secretary) and Craig John Ralston (Director).
What does Bosma and Ralston Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.