James M Doss Charitable Foundation Trust
Preselected recipients only
James M Doss Charitable Foundation Trust is a private foundation in Sarasota, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $469,420 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$469,420
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$10.3 million
- New grantees52%
Giving in 2025 was up from $456,173 the year before.
52% 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 | $438,603 | 16 | $9.6 million |
| 2024 | $456,173 | 19 | $9.8 million |
| 2025 | $469,420 | 21 | $10.3 million |
How to apply
James M Doss Charitable 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What James M Doss Charitable Foundation Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 18 | $414,420 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $30,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boys & Girls Club of Sarasota and Desoto Counties | Newtown club | $50,000 |
| Suncoast Charities for Children | Thunder by the bay | $40,000 |
| Easter Seals Southwest Florida Inc | Easter seals ranch, lily preschool & autism center | $30,000 |
| Uf Health Proton Therapy Institute | Patient transportation van | $30,000 |
| Camp Boggy Creek | 2025 summer camp programs | $25,000 |
| Pines of Sarasota Foundation | Security system | $25,000 |
| Seminole Boosters Inc | General | $25,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | General | $25,000 |
| Summit Charter School | School nursing program | $25,000 |
| Take Stock in Children Sarasota | Scholarship programs | $25,000 |
| Herrig Center for the Arts | General support | $25,000 |
| Asheville Buncombe Community Christian Ministry | Triple p parenting program training | $25,000 |
| All Faiths Food Bank | School family pantry food | $25,000 |
| Education Foundation of Sarasota County | Future ready initiatives | $20,000 |
| Sarasota Medical Pregnancy Center | Volunteer coordinator position | $20,000 |
| Big Waters Land Trust | 2025 youth education program | $20,000 |
| Mote Marine Laboratory | Stem educational c-STEM program | $10,000 |
| Take Stock in Children Manatee | Scholarship program | $10,000 |
| Laurel Civic Association | 2025 teen empowerment summer program | $7,500 |
| Pisgah Legal Services | Children's law program | $5,000 |
| Family Support Services of Suncoast | Summer program for teens. | $1,920 |
Officers and trustees
- Wayne F Seitl
- James M Doss Jr
- Hancock Whitney Bank
Questions people ask
Does James M Doss Charitable Foundation Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does James M Doss Charitable Foundation Trust give?
$469,420 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs James M Doss Charitable Foundation Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Wayne F Seitl (Trustee), James M Doss Jr (President) and Hancock Whitney Bank (Trustee).
What does James M Doss Charitable Foundation Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and health.