Mountaintop Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Mountaintop Foundation is a private foundation in Bokeelia, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $62,400 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $4,500 and the largest $20,000. 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$62,400
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$4,500
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2024 was down from $140,900 the year before.
10% 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 | $140,900 | 13 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $62,400 | 10 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
Mountaintop 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 Mountaintop Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 1 | $20,000 |
| New York | 2 | $19,000 |
| Florida | 4 | $16,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $5,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,400 |
| Iowa | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Beacon of Hope Pine Island | Providing disaster relief to the needy | $20,000 |
| Tunnels to Towers | Support for vets with disabilities | $16,000 |
| Useppa Historical Society | To receive and administer funds -scientif charity | $5,500 |
| Paradise Partnership | To receive and administer funds scientific charity | $5,000 |
| St Regis Foundation | Working to protect the environment of regis lakes | $5,000 |
| Rollins College | To further educational programs | $4,000 |
| Adirondack Museum | To teach the history of the area | $3,000 |
| Comeback Yoga for Vets | Programs in chronic pain mgmnt | $2,000 |
| Sail to Prevail for Vets | To help vets physically and mentally after service | $1,400 |
| Useppa Volunteer Fire | To support ongoing social prpgrams of the students | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard McGinn
Questions people ask
Does Mountaintop Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mountaintop Foundation give?
$62,400 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $4,500.
Who runs Mountaintop Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Richard McGinn (Director).
What does Mountaintop Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.