Cherry Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Cherry Family Foundation is a private foundation in Naples, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $227,756 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $1,300 and the largest $87,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$227,756
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$1,300
- Largest grant$87,500
- Assets$3.0 million
- New grantees54%
Giving in 2025 was down from $504,730 the year before.
54% of its 2025 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 | $280,757 | 21 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $504,730 | 25 | $2.8 million |
| 2025 | $227,756 | 24 | $3.0 million |
How to apply
Cherry Family 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 Cherry Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 10 | $202,866 |
| Massachusetts | 9 | $15,855 |
| California | 1 | $4,835 |
| New York | 2 | $3,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,100 |
| Maryland | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| SWFL Children's Charities | Unrestricted | $87,500 |
| Gulfshore Playhouse | Unrestricted | $50,500 |
| Guadalupe Center | Unrestrictedunrestricted | $30,681 |
| Shelter for Abused Women Children | Unrestricted | $10,100 |
| Boys and Girls Club | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts General Hospital | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Starability Foundation | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Woman Inc | Unrestricted | $4,835 |
| Florida Drowning Prevention | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Thayer Academy | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Hamilton College | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| St Lawrence University | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Impact 100 DC | Unrestricted | $1,100 |
| Hingham Womens Club Inc | Unrestricted | $945 |
| St Paul's Parish | Unrestricted | $700 |
| Kyle Robinson Memorial Foundation | Unrestricted | $600 |
| Essex Community Foundation | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Family Independence | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Greater Naples Leadership | Unrestrictedunrestricted | $490 |
| Grey Oaks Employee Scholarship Fund | Scholarship fund | $300 |
| Naples Botanical Gardens | Unrestricted | $295 |
| A Wider Circle | Unrestricted | $100 |
| Wilder Nursery School | Unrestricted | $90 |
| Ninety Nine (Folds of Honor) | Unrestricted | $20 |
Officers and trustees
- Arthur L Cherry
- Beverly M Cherry
- Alison L Cherry
- Carolyn N Cherry
- Christopher R Cherry
- John Scott Cherry
Questions people ask
Does Cherry Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cherry Family Foundation give?
$227,756 in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $1,300.
Who runs Cherry Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Arthur L Cherry (President), Beverly M Cherry (Treasurer), Alison L Cherry (Vice President/Secretary) and Carolyn N Cherry (Vice President) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Cherry Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and education.