Friend of the Fatherless Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Friend of the Fatherless Foundation is a private foundation in Sarasota, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $229,886 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $12,000 and the largest $120,000. 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$229,886
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$12,000
- Largest grant$120,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2024 was down from $255,198 the year before.
11% 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 | $255,198 | 9 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $229,886 | 10 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
Friend of the Fatherless 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 Friend of the Fatherless Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 3 | $133,188 |
| Florida | 4 | $66,698 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $12,000 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $12,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hope for the Children International | Charitable | $120,000 |
| Florida Baptist Childrens Home | Charitable | $31,698 |
| Florida Baptist Childrens Home | Charitable | $22,000 |
| International Justice Mission | Charitable | $12,000 |
| Austin Ridge Bible Church Bee Cave | Charitable | $12,000 |
| St Pantaleon Foundation | Charitable | $12,000 |
| Tim Tebow Foundation | Charitable | $7,000 |
| Visible Men Academy | Charitable | $6,000 |
| James W Hunt Ministries | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Family Legacy Missions Internationa | Charitable | $1,188 |
Officers and trustees
- Patsy E McCarver
Questions people ask
Does Friend of the Fatherless Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Friend of the Fatherless Foundation give?
$229,886 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $12,000.
Who runs Friend of the Fatherless Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Patsy E McCarver (Trustee).
What does Friend of the Fatherless Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, international and faith communities.