Suncoast West Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Suncoast West Foundation is a private foundation in Naples, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $356,835 in 51 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $68,000. 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$356,835
- Number of grants51
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$68,000
- Assets$7.4 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was up from $288,571 the year before.
22% 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 | $159,600 | 50 | $6.0 million |
| 2024 | $288,571 | 45 | $6.9 million |
| 2025 | $356,835 | 51 | $7.4 million |
How to apply
Suncoast West 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 Suncoast West Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 21 | $216,200 |
| California | 17 | $73,500 |
| Washington | 5 | $25,600 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $20,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $5,400 |
| Indiana | 1 | $3,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $3,000 |
| New York | 1 | $100 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $35 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St John Neumann High School | General charitable purposes | $68,000 |
| St Ann Catholic School | General charitable purposes | $36,000 |
| Ave Maria School of Law | General charitable purposes | $30,000 |
| Ave Maria University | General charitable purposes | $30,000 |
| MN Adult Teen | General charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Corpus Christi School | General charitable purposes | $11,500 |
| Naples Botanical Garden | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Naples Zoo | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| St Andrew Parish School | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Kuow | General charitable purposes | $9,000 |
| Kcts(pbs) | General charitable purposes | $9,000 |
| Verbum Dei High School | General charitable purposes | $8,000 |
| St Marys College High School | General charitable purposes | $8,000 |
| Usf | General charitable purposes | $8,000 |
| Corpus Christi Church | General charitable purposes | $6,000 |
| Catholic Charities Diocese Venice | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Providence House | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Marymount High School | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Cristo Rey de la Salle | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Catholic Education Foundation | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| St Paul the Apostle Church | General charitable purposes | $4,000 |
| Regis House Community Center | General charitable purposes | $3,000 |
| Stuart House | General charitable purposes | $3,000 |
| Friends of St Lawrence | General charitable purposes | $3,000 |
| St James Inn | General charitable purposes | $3,000 |
| University of Notre Dame | General charitable purposes | $3,000 |
| Mary's Place | General charitable purposes | $3,000 |
| Kindness Coalition | General charitable purposes | $3,000 |
| Cedars Living | General charitable purposes | $3,000 |
| Northshore Senior Center | General charitable purposes | $2,700 |
| Northshore Health & Wellness | General charitable purposes | $2,700 |
| Salvation Army | General charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| Hopelink | General charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| NAMI Eastside | General charitable purposes | $2,100 |
| Naples Players Endowment | General charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| KCRW | General charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Neighborhood Health Clinic | General charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| St William Catholic Church | General charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| St Ann Catholic Church | General charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Sunlight of Collier County | General charitable purposes | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James Loonam
- Joan Loonam
- Margaret Geddes
Questions people ask
Does Suncoast West Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Suncoast West Foundation give?
$356,835 in tax year 2025, across 51 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Suncoast West Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James Loonam (Trustee), Joan Loonam (Trustee) and Margaret Geddes (Trustee).
What does Suncoast West Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and youth programs.