Patten Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Patten Family Foundation is a private foundation in Fort Myers, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $16,850 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $250 and the largest $5,000. 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$16,850
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$250
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$209,862
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2025 was up from $16,413 the year before.
15% 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 | $15,300 | 10 | $204,673 |
| 2024 | $16,413 | 14 | $208,871 |
| 2025 | $16,850 | 13 | $209,862 |
How to apply
Patten 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 Patten Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 7 | $10,450 |
| Illinois | 2 | $5,100 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $100 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $100 |
| Virginia | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago Shakespeare Theatre | Charitable support | $5,000 |
| Players Circle Art Center | Charitable support | $5,000 |
| The Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife | Charitable support | $2,500 |
| Florida Repertory Theatre | Charitable support | $2,000 |
| Boston College | Charitable support | $1,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Charitable support | $500 |
| Collaboratory | Charitable support | $250 |
| American Diabetes Association | Charitable support | $100 |
| Salvation Army | Charitable support | $100 |
| St Jude's Children's Hospital | Charitable support | $100 |
| Wgcu Fort Myers | Charitable support | $100 |
| Society of the Sacred Heart | Charitable support | $100 |
| St Joseph's Indian School | Charitable support | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan Patten
- Sarah Cuthbertson
- Amanda Patten
Questions people ask
Does Patten Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Patten Family Foundation give?
$16,850 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $250.
Who runs Patten Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Susan Patten (President), Sarah Cuthbertson (Secretary) and Amanda Patten (Treasurer).
What does Patten Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, health and education.