The Betty and Bob Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Betty and Bob Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Fort Myers Beach, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $17,360 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$17,360
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2024 was up from $4,090 the year before.
71% 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 | $4,090 | 3 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $17,360 | 7 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
The Betty and Bob 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 Betty and Bob Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 3 | $6,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $5,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $360 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jentezen Franklin Ministries | Promote religious teachings | $5,000 |
| Samaritans Purse | Provide assistance to the world's poor & suffering | $5,000 |
| Ft Myers Beach First Baptist Church | Promote religious teachings | $4,000 |
| Fort Myers Community Church | Promote religious teachings | $1,000 |
| Coral Ridge Ministries | Promote religious teachings | $1,000 |
| John Hagee Ministries | Promote religious teachings | $1,000 |
| International Fellowship | Building bridges between christians and jews with humanitarian care and lifesaving aid | $360 |
Officers and trustees
- Julie Foster
Questions people ask
Does The Betty and Bob Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Betty and Bob Foundation Inc give?
$17,360 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Betty and Bob Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Julie Foster (President/Secretary/Treasurer).
What does The Betty and Bob Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.