Idelson Family Foundation Trust
Preselected recipients only
Idelson Family Foundation Trust is a private foundation in Fort Myers, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $102,940 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $25,000. 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$102,940
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees68%
Giving in 2025 was up from $93,750 the year before.
68% 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 | $92,750 | 13 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $93,750 | 7 | $1.9 million |
| 2025 | $102,940 | 19 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
Idelson Family Foundation Trust 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 Idelson Family Foundation Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 14 | $83,540 |
| California | 2 | $15,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $900 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Canterbury School | Charitable contribution | $25,000 |
| Congregation Bethel | Charitable contribution | $14,000 |
| Lee Bia | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| United Way | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| Home Front Heroes Inc | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| Chapters Health System | Charitable contribuition | $5,000 |
| SWFL Community Prayer Breakfast | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Lee & Charlotte Counties | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Childrens Advocacy Center | Charitable contribution | $3,240 |
| Jewish National Fund | Charitable contribution | $2,500 |
| Chabad of Cape Coral | Charitable contribution | $2,500 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Charitable contribution | $2,000 |
| Temple Beth Shalom | Charitable contribution | $1,800 |
| Temple Beth El | Charitable contribution | $1,500 |
| Temple Judea | Charitable contribution | $1,500 |
| Alliance of the Arts | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| Rady Children's Hospital | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| Duke Gioblastoma & Brain Cancer Treatment Center | Charitable conntribution | $1,000 |
| American Heart Association | Charitable contribution | $900 |
Officers and trustees
- Charles Idelson
Questions people ask
Does Idelson Family Foundation Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Idelson Family Foundation Trust give?
$102,940 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Idelson Family Foundation Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Charles Idelson (Trustee).
What does Idelson Family Foundation Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and youth programs.