John Borota Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John Borota Foundation is a private foundation in Lakewood Ranch, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $277,500 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $35,000 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$277,500
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$35,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$6.4 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $290,000 the year before.
0% of its 2024 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 | $290,000 | 7 | $5.9 million |
| 2024 | $277,500 | 7 | $6.4 million |
How to apply
John Borota 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What John Borota Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 3 | $137,500 |
| Texas | 2 | $77,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $35,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $28,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington University Siteman Cancer Center | To further the mission of the organzation. | $100,000 |
| A21 | To further the mission of the organzation. | $42,000 |
| Community Foundation | To further the mission of the organzation. | $35,000 |
| Church of Horseshoe Bay | To further the mission of the organzation. | $35,000 |
| Forever Young Foundation | To further the mission of the organzation. | $28,000 |
| Child Advocacy Center - NW Missouri | To further the mission of the organzation. | $25,000 |
| Archcity Defenders | To further the mission of the organzation. | $12,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Stephen Roberts
- Tim Borota
- John Kolar
Questions people ask
Does John Borota Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John Borota Foundation give?
$277,500 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $35,000.
Who runs John Borota Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Stephen Roberts (Director), Tim Borota (Director) and John Kolar (Director).
What does John Borota Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.