Gary Blackwell Charitable Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Gary Blackwell Charitable Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New Port Richey, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $87,500 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $7,500. 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$87,500
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$7,500
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2025 was up from $77,500 the year before.
36% 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 | $58,000 | 19 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $77,500 | 19 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $87,500 | 25 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Gary Blackwell Charitable 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 Gary Blackwell Charitable Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 14 | $53,500 |
| New York | 4 | $11,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $3,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $3,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $3,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $3,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $2,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ucf College of Nursing | Scholarship | $7,500 |
| The Angelus | Care and servicing | $7,000 |
| H Lee Moffit Cancer Center | Research | $5,500 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | Research | $5,500 |
| Good Samaritan Health Clinic | Care and servicing | $5,000 |
| St Jude's Children's Hospital | Research and care | $5,000 |
| Feeding Pasco Elderly | Care and servicing | $5,000 |
| Metropolitan Ministries | Care and servicing | $4,500 |
| University of Nebraska | Research | $3,500 |
| University of Texas Mantle Cell Lymphoma | Research | $3,500 |
| Sloan Kettering Cancer Center | Research | $3,000 |
| Pasco-Hernando State College | Scholarship | $3,000 |
| American Lung Association | Research | $3,000 |
| Meals on Wheels | Care and servicing | $3,000 |
| Alzheimer's Family Org | Research | $3,000 |
| Sertoma Speech & Hearing | Research and care | $2,500 |
| Light House for the Blind | Research and care | $2,500 |
| Afire of Pasco | Care and servicing | $2,500 |
| Autism Speaks | Care and servicing | $2,500 |
| Shriner's Healthcare | Research and care | $2,000 |
| Wheelchairs for Kids | Care and services | $2,000 |
| Lymphoma Research Found | Research | $2,000 |
| Susan G Koman Found | Research | $2,000 |
| Excel 26 Autism Empowerment | Care and servicing | $1,500 |
| Long Island Toy Center | Care and servicing | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gary Blackwell
- Gary Blackwell II
- Tracey Blackwell Cooper
- Dr Christopher Blackwell
- Steve Booth
Questions people ask
Does Gary Blackwell Charitable Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gary Blackwell Charitable Foundation Inc give?
$87,500 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Gary Blackwell Charitable Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Gary Blackwell (President), Gary Blackwell II (Secretary), Tracey Blackwell Cooper (Treasurer) and Dr Christopher Blackwell (Vice Preside) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Gary Blackwell Charitable Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research, health and education.