Frank J and Lenora Dupuis Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Frank J and Lenora Dupuis Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Sarasota, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.2 million in 10 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $2.1 million. 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$2.2 million
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$2.1 million
- Assets$75,190
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was up from $181,500 the year before.
20% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $120,000 | 9 | $2.7 million |
| 2024 | $181,500 | 11 | $2.9 million |
| 2025 | $2.2 million | 10 | $75,190 |
How to apply
Frank J and Lenora Dupuis 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.
What Frank J and Lenora Dupuis Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 3 | $2.1 million |
| Michigan | 2 | $30,000 |
| New York | 1 | $16,500 |
| California | 1 | $15,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $15,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $15,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $13,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Frank J and Lenora Dupuis Charitable Foundation | General | $2.1 million |
| Tidewell Foundation | Oncology nursing education | $16,500 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General | $16,500 |
| Holy Sepulchre Church | General | $15,000 |
| Judicial Watch | General | $15,000 |
| Salvation Army | General | $15,000 |
| Semper Fi & America's Fund | General | $15,000 |
| Ste Anne de Porres Detroit Catholic Church | General | $15,000 |
| The Shriners | General | $15,000 |
| Boys Town | General | $13,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Frank Dupuis
- Theresa Jamison
- Janice Price
- Kathleen Bliss
- Blake Nottke
- Debra Dopke
Questions people ask
Does Frank J and Lenora Dupuis Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Frank J and Lenora Dupuis Foundation Inc give?
$2.2 million in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Frank J and Lenora Dupuis Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Frank Dupuis (Director), Theresa Jamison (Director), Janice Price (Director) and Kathleen Bliss (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Frank J and Lenora Dupuis Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.