Opportunity to Play Inc
Accepts applications
Opportunity to Play Inc is a private foundation in Tampa, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $30,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $24,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$30,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$24,000
- Assets$55,439
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $9,000 the year before.
33% 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 | $19,000 | 2 | $14,085 |
| 2024 | $9,000 | 2 | $4,050 |
| 2025 | $30,000 | 3 | $55,439 |
How to apply
| Contact | George L Mitchell 3507 Bayshore Blvd Unit 2001, Tampa, FL 33629 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (813) 803-7257, gmitchell@casafive.com |
| What to submit | All information concerning past performance and proposed use of requested contribution, grant, gift, etc. |
| Deadlines | There are no submission deadlines |
| Restrictions | The foundation limits contributions to organizations that provide opportunities for children to engage in physical activities for recreation. |
What Opportunity to Play Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its US grants went to recipients in Florida. It also paid $5,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 2 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Greater Tampa Bay Area Council BSA | Boy Scout Program Funding | $24,000 |
| Hockey Canada Foundation | Hockey Program Funding | $5,000 |
| Trinity Sportsman Ministries | Youth ministry funding | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- George L Mitchell
- James E Mitchell
- Reid L Mitchell
- Mark S Mitchell
Questions people ask
Does Opportunity to Play Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: There are no submission deadlines.
How much does Opportunity to Play Inc give?
$30,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Opportunity to Play Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists George L Mitchell (Pres & Director), James E Mitchell (Treas & Director), Reid L Mitchell (Secy & Director) and Mark S Mitchell (VP & Director).
What does Opportunity to Play Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, international and faith communities.