Gagnon Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Gagnon Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Belleair Beach, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $595,100 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $12,750 and the largest $297,000. 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$595,100
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$12,750
- Largest grant$297,000
- Assets$9.1 million
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2024 was up from $462,000 the year before.
32% of its 2024 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 | $462,000 | 26 | $8.7 million |
| 2024 | $595,100 | 22 | $9.1 million |
How to apply
Gagnon 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 Gagnon Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 21 | $555,100 |
| Illinois | 1 | $40,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Inspire Equine Therapy Proram | Health and animals | $297,000 |
| Cornerstone Christian Center | Religious | $40,000 |
| Ruth Eckard Hall Inc | Cultural | $32,400 |
| Directions for Living | Social | $30,000 |
| Clearwater Marine Aquarium | Community | $20,200 |
| Wheelchairs 4 Kids | Community | $20,000 |
| Metropolitan Ministries Foundation Inc | Religious | $15,000 |
| Somebody Cares Tampa Bay | Community | $15,000 |
| The Arc Tampa Bay Foundation | Health | $15,000 |
| Dali Museum | Education | $15,000 |
| Make A Difference Fishing Tournament | Charitable | $13,000 |
| Big Brother Big Sister | Charitable | $12,500 |
| Friends Down Syndrome Special Needs West Florida Inc | Health | $10,000 |
| One More Child Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Toys for Tots | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Wings 4 Recovery | Health | $10,000 |
| Charityworks | Charitable fund management | $5,000 |
| Hope Villages of America | Community | $5,000 |
| Lighthouse of Pinellas | Charitable | $5,000 |
| University of Tampa | Education | $5,000 |
| Queen's Court Inc | Community | $5,000 |
| 360 Eats Inc | Community | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Christine L Gagnon
- Christie V Gagnon
- Chad Gagnon
- Brandon Gagnon
Questions people ask
Does Gagnon Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gagnon Foundation Inc give?
$595,100 in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $12,750.
Who runs Gagnon Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Christine L Gagnon (President, Secretary), Christie V Gagnon (Vice President, Treasurer), Chad Gagnon (Director) and Brandon Gagnon (Director).
What does Gagnon Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, animals and faith communities.