Hanser Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Hanser Family Foundation is a private foundation in Fort Myers, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $219,830 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$219,830
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$909,554
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $155,600 the year before.
50% 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 | $134,148 | 30 | $73,734 |
| 2024 | $155,600 | 24 | $204,088 |
| 2025 | $219,830 | 26 | $909,554 |
How to apply
Hanser Family 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 Hanser Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 18 | $204,530 |
| Minnesota | 4 | $13,100 |
| Arizona | 1 | $1,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $500 |
| Missouri | 1 | $500 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Heights Career Tech Institute | Education | $100,000 |
| Lee Health Foundation | Healthcare | $30,000 |
| Charitable Fndn of the Islands | Community services | $16,000 |
| Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum | Education | $11,000 |
| St Martin By-The-Lake Church | Social services | $11,000 |
| St Michael's Episcopal Church | Social services | $10,200 |
| Fgcu Foundation | Education | $10,000 |
| Legacy Foundation Shell Point | Community services | $8,600 |
| Community Housing and Resources | Low income housing | $6,500 |
| St Francis Xavier School | Education | $5,000 |
| Moffitt Cancer Center | Cancer research | $2,000 |
| Salvation Army | Social services | $1,100 |
| Captiva Island Historical Society | Historical information | $1,000 |
| Folds of Honor MN | Educational scholarships | $1,000 |
| Mayo Clinic Foundation | Healthcare | $1,000 |
| Sanibel-Captiva Conserv Fndn | Conservation | $1,000 |
| Turning Point USA | Community services | $1,000 |
| United Way | Social services | $1,000 |
| Big Arts | Education | $500 |
| Ding Darling Wildlife Society | Conservation | $500 |
| Micds-Mary Institute Day School | Education | $500 |
| The National Wwii Museum | Historical information | $500 |
| Brown University | Education | $200 |
| Fish of Sanibel | Social services | $100 |
| Humane Society of Minnesota | Community services | $100 |
| AARP Fndn | Social services | $30 |
Officers and trustees
- Albert Hanser
- Laura H Hanser
- Sally D Hanser
Questions people ask
Does Hanser Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Hanser Family Foundation give?
$219,830 in tax year 2025, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Hanser Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Albert Hanser (President), Laura H Hanser (Secretary) and Sally D Hanser (V.P.).
What does Hanser Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and human services.