Ron and Lisa Fenech Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ron and Lisa Fenech Foundation is a private foundation in Naples, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.1 million in 23 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $500,000. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$11.3 million
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2024 was up from $953,500 the year before.
26% of its 2024 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 | $953,500 | 25 | $11.1 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 23 | $11.3 million |
How to apply
Ron and Lisa Fenech 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 Ron and Lisa Fenech Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 10 | $674,500 |
| Virginia | 2 | $251,000 |
| Michigan | 7 | $99,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $40,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Beacon Health Foundation | Exempt purpose of organization | $500,000 |
| Rvda Education Foundation | Exempt purpose of organization | $250,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club (Goshen) | Exempt purpose of organization | $50,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Exempt purpose of organization | $50,000 |
| Northwest Mi Habitat for Humanity | Exempt purpose of organization | $50,000 |
| Child and Parent Services (Caps) | Exempt purpose of organization | $35,000 |
| Petoskey-Harbor Springs Area Community Foundation | Exempt purpose of organization | $31,500 |
| Gargiulo Education Center | Exempt purpose of organization | $25,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club(elkhart) | Exempt purpose of organization | $20,000 |
| Trinity by the Cove Episcopal Church | Exempt purpose of organization | $15,000 |
| Little Traverse Conservancy | Exempt purpose of organization | $10,000 |
| Cultivate Food Rescue | Exempt purpose of organization | $6,000 |
| Ethos Innovation Center | Exempt purpose of organization | $5,000 |
| National Park Foundation | Exempt purpose of organization | $5,000 |
| Ryan's Place | Exempt purpose of organization | $3,000 |
| YMCA North Central Indiana | Exempt purpose of organization | $3,000 |
| Harbor Springs Historical Society | Exempt purpose of organization | $2,500 |
| Ronald McDonald House Michiana | Exempt purpose of organization | $2,500 |
| Young Life Little Traverse Bay | Exempt purpose of organization | $2,500 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Exempt purpose of organization | $2,000 |
| Richard Baidas Memorial Scholarship Fund | Exempt purpose of organization | $1,500 |
| Prison Fellowship Ministries | Exempt purpose of organization | $1,000 |
| Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council | Exempt purpose of organization | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ronald J Fenech
- Lisa R Fenech
- Michael J Fenech
- Taylor R Fenech
Questions people ask
Does Ron and Lisa Fenech Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ron and Lisa Fenech Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2024, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs Ron and Lisa Fenech Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ronald J Fenech (Director), Lisa R Fenech (Director), Michael J Fenech (Director) and Taylor R Fenech (Director).
What does Ron and Lisa Fenech Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and housing and homelessness.