The Byrnes Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Byrnes Family Foundation is a private foundation in Naples, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.5 million in 38 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $500,000. 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$1.5 million
- Number of grants38
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$31.0 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.1 million the year before.
56% 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 | $723,450 | 37 | $25.8 million |
| 2023 | $1.1 million | 33 | $27.5 million |
| 2024 | $1.5 million | 38 | $31.0 million |
How to apply
The Byrnes Family 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 The Byrnes Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 7 | $719,525 |
| Florida | 8 | $300,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $150,000 |
| Massachusetts | 8 | $138,000 |
| California | 3 | $65,000 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $50,000 |
| Texas | 4 | $32,500 |
| Arizona | 1 | $10,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $10,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | General | $500,000 |
| Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund | General | $150,000 |
| Blackburn Foundation | General | $100,000 |
| James Madison Institute | General | $85,000 |
| Camp Harborview | General | $75,000 |
| Evergreen Christian School | General | $72,325 |
| Community School of Naples | General | $70,000 |
| Prager University Foundation | General | $50,000 |
| Jill's House | General | $50,000 |
| Individual | General | $40,000 |
| Project Belong | General | $40,000 |
| Potomac School | General | $37,200 |
| Individual | General | $25,000 |
| Belmont Hill School | General | $20,000 |
| Concerned Women Association | General | $15,000 |
| Individual | General | $10,000 |
| Individual | General | $10,000 |
| USS Nantucket Committee | General | $10,000 |
| Nantucket Hospital | General | $10,000 |
| St Mary's Church | General | $10,000 |
| Individual | General | $10,000 |
| St Jude's Childrens Hospital | General | $10,000 |
| Individual | General | $10,000 |
| Individual | General | $10,000 |
| Culver Education Fund | General | $10,000 |
| Comm Air Force Foundation | General | $10,000 |
| Individual | General | $7,500 |
| Great Harbor Foundation | General | $5,500 |
| Flint Hill School | General | $5,000 |
| Humane Society - Naples | General | $5,000 |
| Sky's The Limit Fund | General | $5,000 |
| Boy'd Town - Florida | General | $5,000 |
| Individual | General | $5,000 |
| Buddy's Animal Rescue | General | $5,000 |
| Individual | General | $5,000 |
| Neighborhood Health Clinic | General | $5,000 |
| Boston Medical Flight | General | $2,500 |
| Ladies Charity Calvert Cty | General | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Randall W Byrnes
- Cheryl Byrnes
- William C Byrnes
Questions people ask
Does The Byrnes Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Byrnes Family Foundation give?
$1.5 million in tax year 2024, across 38 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Byrnes Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Randall W Byrnes (Trustee), Cheryl Byrnes (Trustee) and William C Byrnes (Trustee).
What does The Byrnes Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and faith communities.