Laurenti Family Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Laurenti Family Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Sarasota, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $144,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $75,000. 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$144,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$694,585
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2025 was up from $113,500 the year before.
21% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $48,600 | 10 | $833,548 |
| 2024 | $113,500 | 17 | $765,668 |
| 2025 | $144,000 | 14 | $694,585 |
How to apply
Laurenti Family Charitable 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 Laurenti Family Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 4 | $95,000 |
| New Jersey | 4 | $17,500 |
| New York | 2 | $11,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $5,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sarasota Memorial Health Care | General support | $75,000 |
| Monte Marine Laboratory | General support | $10,000 |
| Rider University | General support | $10,000 |
| Palo Alto Medical Foundation | General Support | $10,000 |
| Guide Dog Foundation | General support | $6,000 |
| Save Our Sea Birds | General support | $5,000 |
| Range of Motion Project | General Support | $5,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General support | $5,000 |
| St Labre Indian School | General support | $5,000 |
| Mercer County Police & Fire Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Bonefish & Tarpon Trust | General support | $5,000 |
| Rescue Mission | General support | $2,000 |
| Meal on Wheels | General support | $500 |
| Disabled American Veterans | General Support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Laurence R Laurenti Jr
- Brian Laurenti
Questions people ask
Does Laurenti Family Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Laurenti Family Charitable Trust give?
$144,000 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Laurenti Family Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Laurence R Laurenti Jr (Trustee) and Brian Laurenti (Trustee).
What does Laurenti Family Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and education.