The Beatitude Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Beatitude Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Tallahassee, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.2 million in 40 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $1.3 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$2.2 million
- Number of grants40
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$1.3 million
- Assets$52.7 million
- New grantees70%
Giving in 2024 was up from $905,743 the year before.
70% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $571,665 | 31 | $25.8 million |
| 2023 | $905,743 | 28 | $53.7 million |
| 2024 | $2.2 million | 40 | $52.7 million |
How to apply
The Beatitude 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 The Beatitude Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York. It also paid $51,301 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $1.4 million |
| Florida | 33 | $769,024 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,250 |
| Alabama | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virgin Unite USA | Payment for support | $1.3 million |
| Big Bend Hospice Foundation | Payment for support | $250,000 |
| John Paul II Catholic High School | Payments for support | $150,000 |
| Fsu College of Medicine | Payments for program services | $97,867 |
| Cesc Inc | Payments for program services | $82,027 |
| Good News Outreach | Payment for support | $45,000 |
| TMH Foundation | Payments for program services | $40,000 |
| Tel Aviv Medical Center | Payment for support | $31,301 |
| United Way | Payments for program services | $25,000 |
| Unite Bvi | Payment for support | $20,000 |
| Virgin Unite | Payment for support | $18,000 |
| Bring Me A Book Forgotten Coast | Payment for support | $15,000 |
| The Chapel's Outreach Foundation | Payment for support | $11,000 |
| Apalachee Center Inc | Payment for support | $10,000 |
| Make A Wish Foundation | Payment for support | $10,000 |
| Team Guardian | Payment for support | $6,000 |
| Boys Town North Florida | Payment for support | $5,000 |
| Safe Families for Children | Payment for support | $5,000 |
| Esther Funds Foundation | Payment for support | $3,875 |
| Big Bend Homeless Coalition | Payments for support | $2,500 |
| The Oasis Center for Women & Girls | Payment for support | $2,500 |
| Family Promise of the Big Bend | Payment for support | $1,860 |
| World Class Schools of Leon Council | Payment for support | $1,500 |
| Boy Scouts of America | Payment for support | $1,250 |
| Ladies Learning to Lead | Payments for program services | $1,250 |
| Alabama Kidney Foundation | Payment for support | $1,000 |
| American Red Cross Capital Area Chapter | Payment for support | $1,000 |
| Big Bend After Reentry Coalition | Payment for support | $1,000 |
| Community Dad | Payment for support | $1,000 |
| Elder Care Services | Payment for support | $1,000 |
| Gametime Prep Sports Inc | Payment for support | $1,000 |
| Xtreme Pressure Basketball | Payment for support | $1,000 |
| Mothers in Crisis Inc | Payments for family service programs | $500 |
| NAMI | Payments for program services | $500 |
| Tallahassee Veterans Legal Collaborative Inc | Payment for support | $450 |
| United Partners for Human Services | Payments for program services | $395 |
| She Academy | Payment for support | $300 |
| North Florida Soap Box Derby | Payments for program services | $250 |
| Little Sunshine Pantries | Payment for support | $150 |
| Fsu Foundation | Payment for support | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard S Kearney
- Kimberly D Garner
Questions people ask
Does The Beatitude Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Beatitude Foundation Inc give?
$2.2 million in tax year 2024, across 40 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Beatitude Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Richard S Kearney (President/Director) and Kimberly D Garner (Vice President).
What does The Beatitude Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and international.