Mote Scientific Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Mote Scientific Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Sarasota, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $498,679 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $124,287. 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$498,679
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$124,287
- Assets$10.4 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2024 was up from $479,941 the year before.
60% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $511,530 | 34 | $10.0 million |
| 2023 | $479,941 | 27 | $10.3 million |
| 2024 | $498,679 | 25 | $10.4 million |
How to apply
Mote Scientific Foundation Inc 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 Mote Scientific Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 21 | $400,168 |
| New York | 1 | $59,911 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $18,600 |
| Illinois | 1 | $15,000 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mote Marine Laboratory | General | $124,287 |
| Florida Atlantic University Fund | General | $60,000 |
| Brooklyn Zoo | General | $59,911 |
| Suncoast Waterkeeper | General | $37,045 |
| Sarasota Bay Watch | General | $25,314 |
| Dogs Inc | General | $20,000 |
| Easter Seals of SW Florida | General | $20,000 |
| UNC Chapel Hill Office of Developme | General | $18,600 |
| Jack & Jill Late Stage Cancer Found | General | $15,000 |
| Nik Wallenda Family Foundation | General | $15,000 |
| Bay Park Conservancy | General | $10,000 |
| Gulf Coast Conservation FD | General | $10,000 |
| Manatee Education Foundation | General | $10,000 |
| New College of Sarasota | General | $10,000 |
| Sparcc | General | $10,000 |
| Turning Points | General | $10,000 |
| Water Warriors Alliance | General | $7,522 |
| Crostwait Memorial Tournament | General | $7,500 |
| All Faiths Food Bank | General | $5,000 |
| Florida Cultural Group | General | $5,000 |
| Gulf of Mexico Alliance | General | $5,000 |
| Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospit | General | $5,000 |
| Meals on Wheels Sarasota | General | $5,000 |
| Manatee County Medical Society Foun | General | $2,500 |
| Junior League of Manatee County | General | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Pete Hull
- Helen Pratt
- Bill Galvano
- Bill Ritchie
- Dr Kumar Mahadevan
Questions people ask
Does Mote Scientific Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mote Scientific Foundation Inc give?
$498,679 in tax year 2024, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Mote Scientific Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Pete Hull (President), Helen Pratt (Treasurer), Bill Galvano (Secretary) and Bill Ritchie (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Mote Scientific Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, education and animals.