Gail Handel Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Gail Handel Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Plant City, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $243,500 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $45,000. 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$243,500
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$45,000
- Assets$5.6 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was up from $229,300 the year before.
44% 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 | $247,000 | 20 | $4.8 million |
| 2024 | $229,300 | 13 | $5.4 million |
| 2025 | $243,500 | 17 | $5.6 million |
How to apply
Gail Handel Family 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 Gail Handel Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 9 | $130,000 |
| Florida | 6 | $88,500 |
| Minnesota | 2 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United Food Bank of Plant City | New building fund | $45,000 |
| Beloved Asheville | Re build storm damaged homes | $40,000 |
| Bounty & Soul | Food pantry | $20,000 |
| Homeward Bound of NC | Homeward pantry | $20,000 |
| Partnership for Strong Families | New building visitation room | $20,000 |
| Preservation Society of Asheville | Restore damagedhomes from storms | $20,000 |
| Connected Families | Gen operating expenses | $15,000 |
| FOOD4KIDS Backpack Program of North FL | School food distribution | $10,000 |
| Connected Families | Training expenses | $10,000 |
| Manna Food Bank | Food pantry | $10,000 |
| Sunny Cares Foundation | Backpack for kids | $6,000 |
| Ashville Humane Society | Shelter supplies | $5,000 |
| Farm Cafe | Food pantry | $5,000 |
| Girls Inc of Pinellas | Academic enrichment | $5,000 |
| Hospitality House of Northwest NC | Emergency food boxes | $5,000 |
| Asheville Community Theatre | Workshop for young artists | $5,000 |
| Bobby Lane High School | School scholarships | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Stephen McCreery
- Deborah McCreery
- Robert Reynolds
Questions people ask
Does Gail Handel Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gail Handel Family Foundation Inc give?
$243,500 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Gail Handel Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Stephen McCreery (Director/Vp/Treasurer), Deborah McCreery (Director/Ceo) and Robert Reynolds (Director).
What does Gail Handel Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, human services and education.