The Bond Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Bond Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Winter Garden, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $459,566 in 65 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $52,525. 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$459,566
- Number of grants65
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$52,525
- Assets$10.1 million
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2024 was up from $379,562 the year before.
23% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $415,194 | 66 | $7.9 million |
| 2023 | $379,562 | 58 | $9.0 million |
| 2024 | $459,566 | 65 | $10.1 million |
How to apply
The Bond 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 Bond Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 59 | $443,566 |
| Virginia | 2 | $7,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $2,500 |
| Montana | 1 | $2,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Habitat for Humanity West Orange | New house support | $52,525 |
| Oakland Presbyterian Church | Sewer hook up project | $50,000 |
| Special Hearts Farms | Operations support | $20,000 |
| Winter Garden Heritage | Executive director support | $20,000 |
| Christian Service Center | West orange support | $15,000 |
| Central Florida Public Media | Support of public radio | $12,500 |
| Oakland Nature Preserve | Operations support | $12,500 |
| Wucf | Public tv support | $12,500 |
| Oakland Presbyterian Church | Operations support | $12,000 |
| Adult Literacy League | Adult reading program | $10,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Central Florid | Building program | $10,000 |
| Central Florida YMCA | Low income youth scholarships | $10,000 |
| Ficpa Scholarship Fund | Accounting scholarships | $10,000 |
| Gift for Teaching | Public school supplies support | $10,000 |
| Jobs Partnership of Florida | Job training | $10,000 |
| Lanes Teenage Girls Inc | Campus tour program for youth | $10,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank | Community food bank support | $10,000 |
| University of Florida | Accounting dept/cicierones support | $10,000 |
| West Orange Dream Center | Executive director support | $10,000 |
| Quest Inc | Summer camp scholarships | $7,500 |
| West Orange Scholarship Fnd | Scholarship funding | $7,000 |
| Tildenville Elementary School | Science fair support | $6,038 |
| Winter Garden Art Association | Edgewood ranch art project | $5,500 |
| Winter Garden Rotary Fnd | Symphony support | $5,003 |
| American Diabetes Associa | Diabetes research | $5,000 |
| Boggy Creek Gang Camp | Medical camp for children | $5,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America - C | Council support | $5,000 |
| Canine Companions | Operations support | $5,000 |
| Down Syndrome Association | Buddy walk support | $5,000 |
| Enzian Theater | Operations support | $5,000 |
| Florida State University | Accounting dept support | $5,000 |
| Orlando Philharmonic | Operations support | $5,000 |
| Ucf Foundation | Food bank support | $5,000 |
| Adventure Cycling | Operations support | $2,500 |
| Audubon of Central FL | Bird of prey center support | $2,500 |
| Central Florida Zoological | Community zoo support | $2,500 |
| Coalition for the Homeless | Homeless shelter support | $2,500 |
| Conservation Florida | Florida conservation support | $2,500 |
| English Springer Spaniel Rescue | Support pet adoption | $2,500 |
| Freedom Ride | Horseback therapy for children | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Derek Blakeslee
- Ann Blakeslee
- Don Wingate
- Carole Wingate
- Mark Griffith
- Arden Griffith
- Ginnie Stanford
Questions people ask
Does The Bond Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Bond Foundation Inc give?
$459,566 in tax year 2024, across 65 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Bond Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Derek Blakeslee (President), Ann Blakeslee (Secr/Treas), Don Wingate (Director) and Carole Wingate (Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does The Bond Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and arts and culture.