Tender Blessings Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Tender Blessings Foundation is a private foundation in Lakewood Ranch, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $56,750 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $20,400. 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$56,750
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$20,400
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2025 was down from $61,746 the year before.
15% 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 | $58,493 | 18 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $61,746 | 13 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $56,750 | 13 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Tender Blessings 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 Tender Blessings Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 7 | $20,950 |
| New York | 1 | $20,400 |
| Arizona | 3 | $14,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $1,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $400 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church | Church | $20,400 |
| Make A Wish Arizona | Childrens wishes | $12,000 |
| Make-A-Wish Foundation | Childrens | $10,000 |
| Florida Studio Theatre | Theatre | $6,000 |
| Sarasota Memorial Hospital Foundation | Hospital foundation | $2,850 |
| Musical Instrument Museum of Childrens Programs | Childrens museum | $1,500 |
| Church of World Service | Religious organization | $1,000 |
| Manatee County Food Bank | Food bank | $1,000 |
| American Veterans Service | Veterans | $500 |
| Desert Botannical Garden | Gardens | $500 |
| The John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art | Museum | $500 |
| St Anne Catholic Church | Church | $400 |
| Dell Webb Lakewood Ranch | Food bank | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Kathleen Moran
- James Moran
- John J Moran
Questions people ask
Does Tender Blessings Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tender Blessings Foundation give?
$56,750 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Tender Blessings Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kathleen Moran (President), James Moran (VP, Treasurer) and John J Moran (Director).
What does Tender Blessings Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, faith communities and arts and culture.