Howard Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Howard Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Punta Gorda, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $29,500 in 34 grants; the typical grant was $750 and the largest $2,000. 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$29,500
- Number of grants34
- Typical grant$750
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$665,581
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was up from $26,346 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 | $26,200 | 31 | $517,547 |
| 2024 | $26,346 | 29 | $599,400 |
| 2025 | $29,500 | 34 | $665,581 |
How to apply
Howard 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Howard Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 9 | $10,500 |
| Massachusetts | 9 | $7,000 |
| California | 5 | $3,250 |
| Illinois | 3 | $2,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $1,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $1,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $500 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Judes Childrens Research Hospit | Support operations | $2,000 |
| Society of St Vincent de Pau | Support operations | $2,000 |
| Charlotte Community Foundation | Support operations | $2,000 |
| American Red Cross Central FL | Support operations | $1,500 |
| Peoria Symphony Orchestra | Support operations | $1,500 |
| WSMR 89 1 NPR | Support operations | $1,000 |
| Wgcu FM 901 NPR | Support operations | $1,000 |
| Peace River Wildlife | Support operations | $1,000 |
| Crossroads Hope Academy | Support operations | $1,000 |
| Univ of Colorado Foundation | Support operations | $1,000 |
| Hingham Community Center | Support operations | $1,000 |
| Hingham Maritime Center | Support operations | $1,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Support operations | $1,000 |
| Parish of St John the Evange | Support operations | $1,000 |
| Hingham Sports Partnership | Support operations | $1,000 |
| Hingham Historical Society | Support operations | $1,000 |
| North Tahoe Middle School PTO | Support operations | $750 |
| North Tahoe School PTO | Support operations | $750 |
| Sierra Watershed Foundation Partner | Support operations | $750 |
| Ivy Boating Foundation | Support operations | $500 |
| Clay Soper Memorial Fund | Support operations | $500 |
| Black Oak Lake Preservation Foundat | Support operations | $500 |
| Punta Gorda Isles Civic Association | Support operations | $500 |
| High Fives Foundation | Support operations | $500 |
| Beth Israel Lahey Health | Support operations | $500 |
| Spaulding Rehab | Support operations | $500 |
| Florida Sheriffs Assoc | Support operations | $500 |
| Children of Fallen Patriots Foundat | Support operations | $500 |
| Silk Road Cultural Center | Support operations | $500 |
| Hopecam | Support operations | $500 |
| The Cajun Navy Ground Force | Support operations | $500 |
| League to Save Lake Tahoe | Support operations | $500 |
| Friends of Holly Hill Farm | Support operations | $500 |
| National Fire Safety Council | Support operations | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Breckinridge Thomas
- Merinda Hesselman
- Kimberly Heslin
Questions people ask
Does Howard Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Howard Family Foundation Inc give?
$29,500 in tax year 2025, across 34 grants, with a typical grant of $750.
Who runs Howard Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Breckinridge Thomas (Director), Merinda Hesselman (Director) and Kimberly Heslin (Director).
What does Howard Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, community development and education.