Francis and Gertrude Levett Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Francis and Gertrude Levett Foundation is a private foundation in St Petersburg, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.2 million in 28 grants; the typical grant was $45,738 and the largest $105,600. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$45,738
- Largest grant$105,600
- Assets$34.7 million
- New grantees82%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.4 million the year before.
82% of its 2024 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 | $1.5 million | 22 | $31.6 million |
| 2023 | $1.4 million | 23 | $34.5 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 28 | $34.7 million |
How to apply
Francis and Gertrude Levett 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 Francis and Gertrude Levett Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 18 | $824,643 |
| New York | 8 | $379,503 |
| Iowa | 2 | $33,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oceanside Library | Upgrade equipment community support | $105,600 |
| Kamp Kiwanis | Updates to facility camp programs | $84,969 |
| YMCA of Greater St Petersburg | Support for kid zone | $83,333 |
| Neighborly Care Network | Wheelchair acessible minvan sr care | $77,421 |
| Menorah Life | Transport vehicle for seniors | $75,000 |
| Great Explorations Children's Mus | Transportation for children | $70,000 |
| Infinite Potential Learning Academy | Playground equipment | $70,000 |
| Anchor Program Fund Inc | Cap anchor equipment | $55,934 |
| Tampa Bay Watch | Discovery center funding | $50,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities | Facilities expansion | $50,000 |
| National Council of Jewish Women Pe | Back to school funding programs | $50,000 |
| Learning Independence Tomorrow Inc | Enhanced equipment education program | $50,000 |
| The Hospice Foundation of the Flori | Renovation of hospice wing | $50,000 |
| Suncoast Voices for Children | Foster care services | $50,000 |
| Lighthouse of Pinellas | Upgrade equipment-services for blind | $41,476 |
| Tomorrow's Hope Foundation | Childhood education programs | $40,500 |
| Academy Prep Center of St Pete | Transportation for children | $35,000 |
| First United Methodist Church of St | Community food programs | $32,753 |
| Sunken Gardens Forever Foundation | Community support and education | $30,000 |
| St Petersburg Free Clinic | Support services health care | $20,000 |
| The Kind Mouse | Community food program children | $20,000 |
| St Anthony's Parish Outreach | Community food programs | $20,000 |
| Oceanside Community Service | Support for community needs | $20,000 |
| Pets for Patriots | Companion pet adoption for veterans | $17,500 |
| Veterans of Foreign Wars | Veterans services | $13,000 |
| Northeast Little League | Replace damaged equipment | $10,000 |
| Voices of Hope for Aphasia | Support for people with aphasia | $9,660 |
| Lend A Paw | Animal rescue services support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Hancock Whitney Trust Company
- Patricia Roth
- Robert H Willis Jr
Questions people ask
Does Francis and Gertrude Levett Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Francis and Gertrude Levett Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2024, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $45,738.
Who runs Francis and Gertrude Levett Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Hancock Whitney Trust Company (Co Trustee), Patricia Roth (Co Trustee) and Robert H Willis Jr (Co Trustee).
What does Francis and Gertrude Levett Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and disability.