Southern Fruit Distributors Fund Inc
Accepts applications
Southern Fruit Distributors Fund Inc is a private foundation in Orlando, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $18,850 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $1,050 and the largest $2,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$18,850
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$1,050
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$601,716
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was down from $27,600 the year before.
50% of its 2024 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 | $27,600 | 18 | $576,032 |
| 2024 | $18,850 | 16 | $601,716 |
How to apply
| Contact | Jim Caruso PO Box 568367, Orlando, FL 32856 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (407) 859-3550 |
| What to submit | Letter form, amount requested, background of applicant |
| Restrictions | Discretionary, based on decision of manager |
What Southern Fruit Distributors Fund Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 11 | $13,350 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,500 |
| Iowa | 1 | $1,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $1,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Coalition for the Homless of Central FL | Contribution toGeneralOperating Fund | $2,000 |
| Orlando Museum of Art | Contribution togeneraloperating fund | $2,000 |
| I Dignity | Contribution to generaloperating fund | $2,000 |
| Shriners Hospital for Children | Contributionto generaloperating fund | $1,500 |
| St Judes Childrens Research | Contributionto generaloperating fund | $1,500 |
| Internationsl Fellowship Christians & Jews | Contributionto generaloperating fund | $1,500 |
| Salvation Army Orlando | Contributionto generaloperating fund | $1,500 |
| Wucf | Contributionto generaloperating fund | $1,100 |
| Rollins College Gifts | Contribution togeneraloperating fund | $1,000 |
| Biologs | Contribution togeneral operating fund | $1,000 |
| American Red Cross | Contributionto generaloperating fund | $1,000 |
| St Anastasia Church | Contributionto generaloperating fund | $1,000 |
| Fl Sheriffs Youth Ranch | Contributionto generaloperating fund | $500 |
| Doctors Without Boarders | Contributionto generaloperating fund | $500 |
| Cornerstone Society | Contribution to generaloperating fund | $500 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Contributionto generaloperating fund | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- James P Caruso
- Phylis P Caruso
- Judith WLarue
- J Paul Caruso
Questions people ask
Does Southern Fruit Distributors Fund Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Southern Fruit Distributors Fund Inc give?
$18,850 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $1,050.
Who runs Southern Fruit Distributors Fund Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists James P Caruso (President), Phylis P Caruso (Vice President/Secretary), Judith WLarue (Vice President) and J Paul Caruso (Vice President).
What does Southern Fruit Distributors Fund Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and human services.