Gulf Winds Cares Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Gulf Winds Cares Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Pensacola, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $156,349 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $26,849. 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$156,349
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$26,849
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was down from $161,690 the year before.
17% 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 | $123,000 | 23 | $2.4 million |
| 2024 | $161,690 | 29 | $2.4 million |
| 2025 | $156,349 | 23 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
Gulf Winds Cares 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Gulf Winds Cares Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 14 | $120,349 |
| Alabama | 8 | $26,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Manna Food Pantries | Annual funding | $26,849 |
| Pensacola Habitat for Humanity Inc | Annual donation | $20,000 |
| Sacred Heart Foundation | Operational expenses | $20,000 |
| Rally Foundation | Operational expenses | $10,000 |
| Council on Aging of West Florida | Meals on wheels annual sponsorship; operational expenses | $10,000 |
| Uwf Foundation | Women in leadership / financial literacy | $6,500 |
| Locklin Technical College | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Auburn University | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| University of South Alabama | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Escambia County Area Agency of Aging | Meals on wheels annual sponsorship; operational expenses | $5,000 |
| Elder Care Services Inc | Operational expenses | $5,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida | Operational expenses | $5,000 |
| University of Alabama | Operational expenses | $5,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Operational expenses | $5,000 |
| Fortis Institute | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Second Harvest of the Big Bend | Annual donation | $5,000 |
| Readykids | Operational expenses | $3,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Operational expenses | $2,000 |
| Monroeville Area YMCA | After school, summer camp, youth sports programs | $2,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Big Bend | Operational expenses | $2,000 |
| Brewton Area YMCA | Youth sports or scholarship program | $2,000 |
| Camille Place | Operational expenses | $1,000 |
| Drexell and Honeybees | Operational expenses | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Daniel Souers
- David Feliciano
- Mylene Kaibigan
- Pola Young
- Stacey Holt
Questions people ask
Does Gulf Winds Cares Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gulf Winds Cares Foundation Inc give?
$156,349 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Gulf Winds Cares Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Daniel Souers (President), David Feliciano (Vice President), Mylene Kaibigan (Treasurer) and Pola Young (Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Gulf Winds Cares Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, education and seniors.