Joseph D and Margit Ambersley Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Joseph D and Margit Ambersley Family Foundation is a private foundation in Navarre, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $75,500 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $12,000. 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$75,500
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$12,000
- Assets$300,845
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was up from $39,500 the year before.
40% 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 | $32,000 | 6 | $326,441 |
| 2024 | $39,500 | 11 | $352,636 |
| 2025 | $75,500 | 15 | $300,845 |
How to apply
Joseph D and Margit Ambersley Family 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 Joseph D and Margit Ambersley Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 13 | $64,500 |
| Alabama | 2 | $11,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pensacola State College Foundation | Unrestricted | $12,000 |
| Adum Foundation Inc | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Pensacola State College Foundation | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Adum Foundation Inc | Unrestricted | $7,500 |
| University of West Alabama Foundation | Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Florida's Childrens First | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Glazer Children's Museum | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Glazer Children's Museum | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| University of North Alabama Foundation | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Pace Center for Girls | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Pace Center for Girls | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Tampa Metropolitan YMCA | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Tampa Metropolitan YMCA | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Saint Johns Middle School Athletic Association | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| The Junior League of Tampa | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Cathy Ambersley
- Joel Balistreri
Questions people ask
Does Joseph D and Margit Ambersley Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Joseph D and Margit Ambersley Family Foundation give?
$75,500 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Joseph D and Margit Ambersley Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Cathy Ambersley (Chairman) and Joel Balistreri (Trustee).
What does Joseph D and Margit Ambersley Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and arts and culture.