Richard Higgins Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Richard Higgins Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Naples, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $171,500 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $14,000 and the largest $14,000. 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$171,500
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$14,000
- Largest grant$14,000
- Assets$4.6 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $157,900 the year before.
0% of its 2025 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 | $164,500 | 13 | $3.7 million |
| 2024 | $157,900 | 13 | $4.1 million |
| 2025 | $171,500 | 13 | $4.6 million |
How to apply
Richard Higgins Charitable 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 Richard Higgins Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 8 | $112,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $28,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $17,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $14,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alzheimer's Association | Medical | $14,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Medical | $14,000 |
| American Foundation for the Blind | Medical | $14,000 |
| Carnegie Institution for Science | Medical | $14,000 |
| Child Welfare League of America | Charitable | $14,000 |
| Covenant House of Florida | Housing | $14,000 |
| Epilepsy Services of SW Florida | Medical | $14,000 |
| Muscular Dystrophy Association | Medical | $14,000 |
| National Federation of the Blind of | Medical | $14,000 |
| National Multiple Sclerosis Society | Medical | $14,000 |
| Harry Chapin Food Bank | Charitable | $14,000 |
| St Matthews House | Charitable | $14,000 |
| Salvation Army World Service Office | Charitable | $3,500 |
Officers and trustees
- George W Lange Jr
- Huntington Bank
- Robert J Fiddes
- Lori Breyman
- Joseph L Charles
Questions people ask
Does Richard Higgins Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Richard Higgins Charitable Foundation give?
$171,500 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $14,000.
Who runs Richard Higgins Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists George W Lange Jr (Trustee), Huntington Bank (Custodian), Robert J Fiddes (Trustee) and Lori Breyman (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Richard Higgins Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and disability.