Rita B Lamere Memorial Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Rita B Lamere Memorial Foundation is a private foundation in Sarasota, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $135,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$135,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$3.7 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $30,500 the year before.
100% of its 2025 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 | $164,320 | 8 | $3.4 million |
| 2024 | $30,500 | 2 | $3.5 million |
| 2025 | $135,000 | 8 | $3.7 million |
How to apply
Rita B Lamere Memorial 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 Rita B Lamere Memorial Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 6 | $95,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $25,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| All Faiths Food Bank | General fund | $25,000 |
| The Myositis Association | General fund | $25,000 |
| Mothers Helping Mothers | General fund | $25,000 |
| American Cancer Society | General fund | $15,000 |
| Big Waters Land Trust | General fund | $15,000 |
| Mote Marine Laboratory | General fund | $10,000 |
| State College of Florida Foundation | Nursing | $10,000 |
| Suncoast Charities for Children | General fund | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Wayne F Seitl
- Jonathan T Anderson
Questions people ask
Does Rita B Lamere Memorial Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rita B Lamere Memorial Foundation give?
$135,000 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Rita B Lamere Memorial Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Wayne F Seitl (Co-Trustee) and Jonathan T Anderson (Co-Trustee).
What does Rita B Lamere Memorial Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and health.