Phelan Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Phelan Family Foundation is a private foundation in Naples, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $530,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$530,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$7.9 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was down from $532,500 the year before.
40% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $532,500 | 8 | $6.6 million |
| 2024 | $530,000 | 10 | $7.9 million |
How to apply
Phelan 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 Phelan Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Pennsylvania. It also paid $25,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $252,500 |
| Missouri | 1 | $125,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $50,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $32,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $25,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $17,500 |
| Maine | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Vox Ama Deus | Charitable | $250,000 |
| Children International | Charitable | $125,000 |
| Project Hope | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Nature Power Foundation | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Opportunity International | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Don't Ever Give Up Inc | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Lyrics for Life Foundation Inc | Charitable | $17,500 |
| The V Foundation | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Camp Sunshine | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Charitable | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Lawrence T Phelan
- Kenneth J Phelan
Questions people ask
Does Phelan Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Phelan Family Foundation give?
$530,000 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Phelan Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lawrence T Phelan (President) and Kenneth J Phelan (Secretary and Treasurer).
What does Phelan Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international and youth programs.