Ronald and Geri Yonover Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ronald and Geri Yonover Foundation is a private foundation in Longboat Key, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $648,000 in 30 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $222,000. 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$648,000
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$222,000
- Assets$884,924
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was up from $407,500 the year before.
20% 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 | $453,000 | 39 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $407,500 | 34 | $1.0 million |
| 2025 | $648,000 | 30 | $884,924 |
How to apply
Ronald and Geri Yonover 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 Ronald and Geri Yonover Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 5 | $357,000 |
| New York | 5 | $134,500 |
| Illinois | 8 | $104,000 |
| Oregon | 6 | $18,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $13,500 |
| Indiana | 1 | $10,000 |
| California | 2 | $6,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sarasota Orchestra | Operating expenses | $222,000 |
| American Jewish Committee | Operating expenses | $110,000 |
| Asolo Repertory Theater | Operating expenses | $60,000 |
| Take Stock in Children of Sarasota County Inc | Operating expenses | $60,000 |
| Goodman Theater | Operating expenses | $30,000 |
| Steppenwolf Theater | Operating expenses | $30,000 |
| Chicago Shakespeare Theater | Operating expenses | $20,000 |
| Anguilla Tennis & Education Foundation | Operating expenses | $14,000 |
| Conservation International | Operating expenses | $10,500 |
| Art Institute of Chicago | Operating expenses | $10,000 |
| Edison High School | Operating expenses | $10,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Northwest Indiana | Operating expenses | $10,000 |
| Preservation Hall Foundation Inc | Operating expenses | $10,000 |
| International Rescue Committee | Operating expenses | $7,500 |
| University of Chicago | Operating expenses | $7,000 |
| Chicago Kent College of Law | Operating expenses | $5,000 |
| National D-Day Museum | Operating expenses | $5,000 |
| Web du Bois Harlem Operation Center | Operating expenses | $5,000 |
| Coral Reef Alliance | Operating expenses | $3,000 |
| Nature Conservancy | Operating expenses | $3,000 |
| Wild Aid | Operating expenses | $3,000 |
| Broadway Dreams Foundation | Operating expenses | $2,000 |
| Oregon Food Bank | Operating expenses | $2,000 |
| Cascadia Health | Operating expenses | $1,500 |
| Friends of the Children Portland | Operating expenses | $1,500 |
| Join | Operating expenses | $1,500 |
| Outside in | Operating expenses | $1,500 |
| Anti-Cruelty Society | Operating expenses | $1,000 |
| Chicago Food Depository | Operating expenses | $1,000 |
| Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium | Operating expenses | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ronald Yonover
- Geri Yonover
Questions people ask
Does Ronald and Geri Yonover Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ronald and Geri Yonover Foundation give?
$648,000 in tax year 2025, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs Ronald and Geri Yonover Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ronald Yonover (Trustee) and Geri Yonover (Trustee).
What does Ronald and Geri Yonover Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, faith communities and youth programs.