Fe Lykes Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Fe Lykes Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Tampa, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $120,990 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $107,790. 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$120,990
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$107,790
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $15,631 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $70,000 | 2 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $15,631 | 2 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $120,990 | 3 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Fe Lykes 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
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 2 | $110,990 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends of Tampa Recreation | Sponsorship | $107,790 |
| Arbor Day Foundation | Sponsorship | $10,000 |
| Florida Pal | Sponsorship | $3,200 |
Officers and trustees
- Norma Gene Lykes
- Edward Chittenden
- James Chittenden
- Tyson Chittenden
Questions people ask
Does Fe Lykes Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Fe Lykes Foundation Inc give?
$120,990 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Fe Lykes Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Norma Gene Lykes (President), Edward Chittenden (Officer), James Chittenden (Officer) and Tyson Chittenden (Officer).