Helen W Bell Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Helen W Bell Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Naples, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.4 million in 34 grants; the typical grant was $32,500 and the largest $150,000. 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$1.4 million
- Number of grants34
- Typical grant$32,500
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$22.9 million
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.0 million the year before.
15% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.3 million | 33 | $20.4 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 31 | $22.0 million |
| 2025 | $1.4 million | 34 | $22.9 million |
How to apply
Helen W Bell Charitable 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 Helen W Bell Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 15 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 5 | $420,000 |
| Florida | 5 | $190,000 |
| Virginia | 4 | $140,000 |
| Georgia | 3 | $105,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $100,000 |
| Texas | 4 | $95,000 |
| North Carolina | 3 | $75,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $75,000 |
| Delaware | 1 | $35,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $35,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Conservative Partnership Institute | Unrestricted general operating support | $150,000 |
| Judicial Watch | Unrestricted general operating support | $150,000 |
| Mayo Clinic | Unrestricted general operating support | $75,000 |
| Augusta Christian School | Unrestricted general operating support | $70,000 |
| St Therese Catholic Church | Unrestricted general operating support | $65,000 |
| International Fellowship of Christians and Jews | Unrestricted general operating support | $50,000 |
| Riverside Hospital Foundation | Unrestricted general operating support | $50,000 |
| American Cornerstone Institute | Unrestricted general operating support | $50,000 |
| Media Research Center | Unrestricted general operating support | $50,000 |
| Cancer Support Services | Unrestricted general operating support | $50,000 |
| K-9S for Warriors | Unrestricted general operating support | $40,000 |
| Air Force Enlisted Village | Unrestricted general operating support | $40,000 |
| N Texas Wounded Warrior Golf Assoc | Unrestricted general operating support | $40,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Unrestricted general operating support | $40,000 |
| Walsingham Academy | Unrestricted general operating support | $40,000 |
| Intercollegiate Studies Institute | Unrestricted general operating support | $35,000 |
| Paws for Purple Hearts | Unrestricted general operating support | $35,000 |
| Stratcomm Inc | Unrestricted general operating support | $30,000 |
| Food Bank of Alaska | Unrestricted general operating support | $25,000 |
| Leadership Institute | Unrestricted general operating support | $25,000 |
| Young America's Foundation | Unrestricted general operating support | $25,000 |
| Southern States Equine Savers | Unrestricted general operating support | $25,000 |
| Quilts of Valor Foundation | Unrestricted general operating support | $25,000 |
| Veterans K9 Solutions | Unrestricted general operating support | $25,000 |
| Pets for Vets | Unrestricted general operating support | $20,000 |
| Turning Point USA | Unrestricted general operating support | $20,000 |
| Wildlife Welfare | Unrestricted general operating support | $20,000 |
| World of Hope Christian Childcare Center | Unrestricted general operating support | $20,000 |
| The American Conservative | Unrestricted general operating support | $20,000 |
| Connie Maxwell Children's Ministries | Unrestricted general operating support | $15,000 |
| Fannin County Food Pantry | Unrestricted general operating support | $15,000 |
| Feed Fanin Inc | Unrestricted general operating support | $15,000 |
| Soldiers' Angels | Unrestricted general operating support | $15,000 |
| Mercy Church | Unrestricted general operating support | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Andrew J Krause
- Madonna Lintzenich
Questions people ask
Does Helen W Bell Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Helen W Bell Charitable Foundation give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2025, across 34 grants, with a typical grant of $32,500.
Who runs Helen W Bell Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Andrew J Krause (Trustee) and Madonna Lintzenich (Trustee).
What does Helen W Bell Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and education.