Samuel M and Alma Catsman Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Samuel M and Alma Catsman Foundation is a private foundation in Stuart, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $537,000 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $110,000. 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$537,000
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$110,000
- Assets$11.7 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2025 was down from $736,600 the year before.
56% 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 | $522,500 | 16 | $10.6 million |
| 2024 | $736,600 | 16 | $10.4 million |
| 2025 | $537,000 | 27 | $11.7 million |
How to apply
Samuel M and Alma Catsman 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 Samuel M and Alma Catsman Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 9 | $326,000 |
| North Carolina | 13 | $135,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $35,000 |
| New York | 1 | $25,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Humane Society of Treasure Coast | $75,000 contribution to the Humane Society to pay the annual sponsorship fee and matching gifts for the Paws & Claws annual fundraiser event. Additional $35,000 contribution to the Humane Society to pay for the construction of the animal intake center at the Humane Society. | $110,000 |
| YMCA of the Treasure Coast | To pay for purchase of new furniture and cost of renovating the daycare center at the Stuart YMCA branch. | $100,000 |
| Watauga Humane Society | General operating purposes | $55,000 |
| St Jude Childrens Research Hospital | General operating purposes | $35,000 |
| Hibiscus Childrens Center | General operating purposes | $35,000 |
| Blowing Rock Art History Museum | General operating purposes | $35,000 |
| Appalachian State University Foundation | Contribution to Appalachian State University Foundation to pay for the sponsorship fee for the App Summer Music Festival at the university. | $35,000 |
| Shriners Hospitals for Children | General operating purposes | $25,000 |
| Guiding Eyes for the Blind | General operating purposes | $25,000 |
| Treasure Coast Wildlife Center | Contribution to the Treasure Coast Wildlife Center for general operating purposes. | $25,000 |
| Wellington High School | General operating purposes | $10,000 |
| Elliott Museum | Contribution to the Elliott Museum for general operating purposes. | $10,000 |
| Turning Point USA | Contribution to Turning Point USA for general operating purposes. | $10,000 |
| Jupiter Community High School | Contribution to Jupiter Community High School to help fund the recycling project for the town of Jupiter. | $7,500 |
| American Cancer Society | General operating purposes | $5,000 |
| Sunrise Elementary School | Contribution to Sunrise Elementary School to pay for licensing fee for computer software programs for the schools reading program. | $3,500 |
| Fostering Great Ideas | Contribution to Fostering Great Ideas charitable organization for general operating purposes. | $1,000 |
| Bound for Glory Camp | Contribution to Bound for Glory Camp for general operating purposes. | $1,000 |
| Gift for Nature Nuts Program | Contribution to Gift for Nature Nuts Program for general operating purposes. | $1,000 |
| Transylvania Habitat for Humanity | Contribution to Transylvania Habitat for Humanity for general operating purposes | $1,000 |
| Pisgah Legal Services | Contribution to legal aid society to pay for legal representation of indigent clients in Asheville North Carolina. | $1,000 |
| Just Economics | Contribution to Just Economics for general operating purposes. | $1,000 |
| Rise and Shine | Contribution to Rise and Shine for general operating purposes. | $1,000 |
| Sharing House | Contribution to Sharing House for general operating purposes. | $1,000 |
| Friends of the Transylvania Library | Contribution to the Transylvania Public Library book fund. | $1,000 |
| Transylvania County Boys and Girls Club | Contribution to the Transylvania County Boys and Girls Club for general operating purposes. | $1,000 |
| Sherwood Forest Friends Inc | Contribution to the Sherwood Forest Friends charity for general operating purposes. | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William G Dempsey
- Eilleen Z Dempsey
Questions people ask
Does Samuel M and Alma Catsman Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Samuel M and Alma Catsman Foundation give?
$537,000 in tax year 2025, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Samuel M and Alma Catsman Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William G Dempsey (President) and Eilleen Z Dempsey (Vice President).
What does Samuel M and Alma Catsman Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, youth programs and arts and culture.