Edward T Gardner Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Edward T Gardner Foundation is a private foundation in Lakewood Ranch, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $120,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $4,500 and the largest $40,000. 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$120,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$4,500
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$897,322
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2024 was up from $100,000 the year before.
7% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $100,000 | 17 | $820,570 |
| 2024 | $120,000 | 15 | $897,322 |
How to apply
Edward T Gardner 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 Edward T Gardner Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 9 | $57,900 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $43,600 |
| Delaware | 3 | $15,500 |
| Ohio | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Memphis Foundation | To further their expressed charitable purpose | $40,000 |
| Florida Studio Theatre | To further their expressed charitable purpose | $20,000 |
| St Lucie County Fire District | To further their expressed charitable purpose | $7,500 |
| First United Methodist Church | To further their expressed charitable purpose | $7,250 |
| Camp Barnes | To further their expressed charitable purpose | $6,000 |
| Family Meals Inc | To further their expressed charitable purpose | $5,500 |
| Seamens Center of Wilmington | To further their expressed charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Hands of Saint Lucie County | To further their expressed charitable purpose | $4,500 |
| Rylie's Smile Foundation | To further their expressed charitable purpose | $4,500 |
| Boys and Girls Club of St Lucie County | To further their expressed charitable purpose | $4,250 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | To further their expressed charitable purpose | $3,600 |
| A E Backus Museum & Gallery | To further their expressed charitable purpose | $3,500 |
| Dayton Historical Society | To further their expressed charitable purpose | $3,000 |
| Friends of St Lucie County Library Association Inc | To further their expressed charitable purpose | $2,700 |
| Sunrise Theatre Foundation | To further their expressed charitable purpose | $2,700 |
Officers and trustees
- Edward Gardner III Co Dinsmore
- Louise Gardner Co Dinsmore Shohl
- Christopher Gardnerco Dinsmore
- Missy Gardner Co Dinsmore Shohl
- David Wickham Co Dinsmore Shohl
Questions people ask
Does Edward T Gardner Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Edward T Gardner Foundation give?
$120,000 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $4,500.
Who runs Edward T Gardner Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Edward Gardner III Co Dinsmore (President), Louise Gardner Co Dinsmore Shohl (Vice President), Christopher Gardnerco Dinsmore (Treasurer) and Missy Gardner Co Dinsmore Shohl (Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Edward T Gardner Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and youth programs.