Close Friend Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Close Friend Foundation is a private foundation in Bonita Springs, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $38,700 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$38,700
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$569,213
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2025 was down from $51,200 the year before.
71% 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 | $6,200 | 3 | $550,178 |
| 2024 | $51,200 | 4 | $519,120 |
| 2025 | $38,700 | 7 | $569,213 |
How to apply
Close Friend 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Close Friend Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 5 | $37,600 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $1,100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lee Health Foundation | Support for kids minds matter | $25,000 |
| Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary | Support wildlife wetland | $10,000 |
| Collier Community Foundation Women's Giving Circle | Support for social services | $1,100 |
| Appalachian Healthcare Fdn | Support local healthcare | $1,000 |
| The Dubin Center | Support families with dimentia | $1,000 |
| The Bridge Fund | Support hungry families | $500 |
| High Country Breast Cancer Fdn | Support for medical research | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- John P Howard
- Martha Howard
Questions people ask
Does Close Friend Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Close Friend Foundation give?
$38,700 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Close Friend Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John P Howard (Trustee) and Martha Howard (Trustee).
What does Close Friend Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and human services.