James and Brenda Hoyt Foundation
Preselected recipients only
James and Brenda Hoyt Foundation is a private foundation in Sarasota, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $757,500 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 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$757,500
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$668,448
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $734,500 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 | $666,500 | 14 | $14.5 million |
| 2024 | $734,500 | 23 | $15.2 million |
| 2025 | $757,500 | 18 | $668,448 |
How to apply
James and Brenda Hoyt 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 James and Brenda Hoyt Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 9 | $445,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $100,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $70,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $50,000 |
| New York | 1 | $25,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $25,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $25,000 |
| Michigan | 2 | $17,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| All Faiths Food Bank | Human services | $100,000 |
| Homes for Our Troops Inc | Human services | $100,000 |
| Meals on Wheels of Sarasota | Human services | $100,000 |
| Fisher House | Human services | $50,000 |
| Gary Sinise Foundation | Human services | $50,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity Sarasota | Human services | $50,000 |
| Operation Patriot Support | Human services | $50,000 |
| Dogs Inc | Human services | $30,000 |
| K9S for Warriors | Human services | $30,000 |
| Operation Warrior Resolution Inc | Human services | $30,000 |
| Valor Service Dogs | Human services | $30,000 |
| Brian Bill Foundation | Human services | $25,000 |
| Everyone for Veterans | Human services | $25,000 |
| Operation Homefront | Human services | $25,000 |
| Puppies Behind Bars | Human services | $25,000 |
| Operation Second Chance | Human services | $20,000 |
| Brave Hearts Estate | Human services | $15,000 |
| Brennas Ride | Human services | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- James Hoyt James Hoyt James
- Carrie L Hoyt
- Sam D Norton
- James L Hoyt
Questions people ask
Does James and Brenda Hoyt Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does James and Brenda Hoyt Foundation give?
$757,500 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs James and Brenda Hoyt Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James Hoyt James Hoyt James (President), Carrie L Hoyt (Director), Sam D Norton (Secreatry/Treasurer) and James L Hoyt (Director).
What does James and Brenda Hoyt Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, food and hunger and veterans.