Colonnade Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Colonnade Foundation is a private foundation in Fort Myers, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $134,622 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $40,100. 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$134,622
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$40,100
- Assets$2.9 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was down from $156,800 the year before.
100% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $0 | 0 | $2.9 million |
| 2023 | $140,700 | 1 | $3.0 million |
| 2024 | $156,800 | 1 | $2.9 million |
| 2025 | $134,622 | 27 | $2.9 million |
How to apply
Colonnade 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 Colonnade Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 8 | $42,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $40,100 |
| Pennsylvania | 6 | $27,022 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $7,500 |
| California | 2 | $6,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $6,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $2,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Edify | To improve and expand sustainable christ-centered education globally. | $40,100 |
| Valerie's House | Helping children and families work through the loss of a loved one together and go on to live fulfilling lives. | $15,000 |
| SWFL Children's Charities | Provide support to organizations that provide services to children in southwest florida. | $10,000 |
| Overflow Ministries | Church in india. | $6,022 |
| Citygate Ministries | Local church in fort myers, fl | $6,000 |
| Beautiful Gates | Orphanage in mysore, india. | $6,000 |
| Barnabas Aid | To support christians where they are in a minority and suffer discrimination, oppression, and persecution as a consequence of their faith. | $6,000 |
| Sunshine Approach Foundation | To make a difference in the lives of the poor and orphaned in mozambique. | $6,000 |
| Fistula Foundation | Providing more life-transforming fistula repair surgeries. | $5,000 |
| Hope International | To invest in the dreams of families in the world's underserved communities. | $5,000 |
| Smile Train | Access to safe and quality cleft care. | $5,000 |
| Sowf | Financial assistance for higher education children of special ops killed in service. | $5,000 |
| Worldlink International Ministries | Promoting and spreading the good news of jesus christ by expanding, equipping, and encouraging the world's indigenous workforce. | $3,000 |
| Shatterproof | Ending the stigma of addiction, providing families with critical info and support. | $2,000 |
| Gulf Coast Humane Society | Providing humane care for surrendered animals. | $2,000 |
| Love Justice International | Fighting to prevent human trafficking via transit monitoring. | $2,000 |
| Home Front Heroes | Serving lee county community. | $2,000 |
| Global Awakening | Global community of believers empowered to awaken the world. | $1,000 |
| Iris Global | To serve the very poor, the destitute, the lost, the broken, and the forgotten. | $1,000 |
| Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum | Dedicated to preserving and exploring the history, environment, and people of the chesapeake bay. | $1,000 |
| The Heritage Foundation | To formulate and promote conservative public policies based on the principles of free enterprise, limited government, and individual freedom. | $1,000 |
| Judicial Watch | Promotes transparency, accountability, and integrity in government, politics, and the law. | $1,000 |
| Gulf Harbour Charitable Foundation | Support for employees of gulf harbour club. | $1,000 |
| Gladiolus Food Pantry | Local food bank. | $1,000 |
| Gmci | Church missions. | $500 |
| Leukemia Lymphoma Society | Medical research. | $500 |
| Revival City Church-Athens Inc | Church missions. | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Pamela Hackett
- Nicholas Hackett
Questions people ask
Does Colonnade Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Colonnade Foundation give?
$134,622 in tax year 2025, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Colonnade Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Pamela Hackett (President) and Nicholas Hackett (Treasurer).
What does Colonnade Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and youth programs.