Saint Bernard Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Saint Bernard Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Ocala, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $3.3 million in 17 grants; the typical grant was $41,200 and the largest $1.0 million. 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$3.3 million
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$41,200
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$3.9 million
- New grantees41%
Giving in 2025 was up from $698,500 the year before.
41% 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 | $234,500 | 11 | $839,726 |
| 2024 | $698,500 | 21 | $1.9 million |
| 2025 | $3.3 million | 17 | $3.9 million |
How to apply
Saint Bernard Foundation Inc 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 Saint Bernard Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 13 | $3.1 million |
| Wyoming | 2 | $145,000 |
| New York | 1 | $25,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Fdn for Marion County | Fund animal shelter construction | $1.0 million |
| Florida Southern College | Fund education programs | $1.0 million |
| University of FL Health Foundation | Fund education programs | $500,000 |
| Public Education Foundation of MC | Fund education programs | $164,000 |
| National Museum of Wildlife Art | Art conservation | $135,000 |
| FL Wildlife Corridor Foundation | Environmental & conservation support | $100,000 |
| Horse Farms Forever | General support | $100,000 |
| Voices of Change Animal League | Animal welfare & adoption support | $90,000 |
| College of Central FL Foundation | Fund education programs | $41,200 |
| Adventhealth Foundation Inc | Funding for hospitals & hospice | $25,000 |
| Northside Champions | General support | $25,000 |
| National Museum of Racing Inc | Organization support | $25,000 |
| Gentle Carousel Inc | Program support | $25,000 |
| Horse Protection Association of FL | General support | $20,000 |
| Community Fdn of Jackson Hole | General support | $10,000 |
| Florida Press Foundation | Organization support | $10,000 |
| Travis Mills Foundation | Sponsorship of event | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bernard L Little Jr
- Mary Jane Hunt
- James W Goodwin II
Questions people ask
Does Saint Bernard Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Saint Bernard Foundation Inc give?
$3.3 million in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $41,200.
Who runs Saint Bernard Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Bernard L Little Jr (Director), Mary Jane Hunt (Director) and James W Goodwin II (Director).
What does Saint Bernard Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, animals and health.