Calusa Sportsman Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Calusa Sportsman Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Fort Myers, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $177,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $88,500 and the largest $88,500. 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$177,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$88,500
- Largest grant$88,500
- Assets$1,059
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was down from $212,000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $120,000 | 1 | $360 |
| 2023 | $212,000 | 4 | $3,283 |
| 2024 | $177,000 | 2 | $1,059 |
How to apply
Calusa Sportsman 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Calusa Sportsman Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 2 | $177,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Valerie's House Inc | General support | $88,500 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Lee County | General support | $88,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark T Wiles
- Michael Dannenhauer
- Jeffrey Richards
- Sean Russ
Questions people ask
Does Calusa Sportsman Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Calusa Sportsman Foundation Inc give?
$177,000 in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $88,500.
Who runs Calusa Sportsman Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Mark T Wiles (Secretary/Tr), Michael Dannenhauer (President), Jeffrey Richards (Vice Preside) and Sean Russ (Director).
What does Calusa Sportsman Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.