The Edward & Elizabeth Gardner Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Edward & Elizabeth Gardner Foundation is a private foundation in Lakewood Ranch, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $225,000 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $8,000 and the largest $25,895. 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$225,000
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$8,000
- Largest grant$25,895
- Assets$3.3 million
- New grantees48%
Giving in 2024 was up from $150,000 the year before.
48% 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 | $150,000 | 20 | $2.9 million |
| 2024 | $225,000 | 25 | $3.3 million |
How to apply
The Edward & Elizabeth Gardner 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 Edward & Elizabeth Gardner Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 5 | $51,000 |
| Washington | 3 | $45,105 |
| New York | 5 | $45,000 |
| South Carolina | 2 | $33,895 |
| New Jersey | 4 | $21,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $8,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $6,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $6,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $5,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Habitat for Humanity of Georgetown SC | To further recipients' expressed charit purp. | $25,895 |
| Heritage University Child Care Scholarships to Needy Students | To further recipients' expressed charit purp. | $25,105 |
| Asolo Repertory Theatre | To further recipients' expressed charit purp. | $15,000 |
| The Rubin Museum of Art for Himalayan Art | To further recipients' expressed charit purp. | $15,000 |
| Meals on Wheels Plus of Manatee | To further recipients' expressed charit purp. | $12,000 |
| Turning Points | To further recipients' expressed charit purp. | $12,000 |
| Cooper Union Scholarship Fund | To further recipients' expressed charit purp. | $10,000 |
| Ringling College of Art & Design | To further recipients' expressed charit purp | $10,000 |
| YWCA Seattle (King) Snohomish | To further recipients' expressed charit purp. | $10,000 |
| UW Foundation Attn Jennifer Aydelott | To further recipients' expressed charit purp. | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America Inc | To further recipients' expressed charit purp. | $10,000 |
| Holt International Children's Services | To further recipients' expressed charit purp. | $8,000 |
| Rutgers University Foundation | To further recipients' expressed charit purp. | $8,000 |
| St James Elementary PTA | To further recipients' expressed charit purp. | $8,000 |
| John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Fdn | To further recipients' expressed charit purp. | $6,000 |
| Berkshire School Co Peter Mulder | To further recipients' expressed charit purp. | $6,000 |
| Oberlin College | To further recipients' expressed charit purp | $5,000 |
| Princeton Pro Musica | To further recipients' expressed charit purp | $5,000 |
| Trenton Area Soup Kitchen | To further recipients' expressed charit purp | $5,000 |
| Obama Foundation | To further recipients' expressed charit purp. | $4,000 |
| West Side Center for Community Life Inc | To further recipients' expressed charit purp. | $4,000 |
| Machik Corp | To further recipients' expressed charit purp. | $4,000 |
| Burlington Meeting House Inc | To further recipients' expressed charit purp | $3,000 |
| Force-Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered | To further recipients' expressed charit purp. | $2,000 |
| World Central Kitchen Inc | To further recipients' expressed charit purp. | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Edward T Gardner III Co Dinsmore
- Janet Gardner Co Dinsmore Shohl
- Mimi Gardner Gates Co Dinsmore
- David Wickham Co Dinsmore Shohl
Questions people ask
Does The Edward & Elizabeth Gardner Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Edward & Elizabeth Gardner Foundation give?
$225,000 in tax year 2024, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $8,000.
Who runs The Edward & Elizabeth Gardner Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Edward T Gardner III Co Dinsmore (President, Trustee), Janet Gardner Co Dinsmore Shohl (Vice President, Trustee), Mimi Gardner Gates Co Dinsmore (Treasurer, Trustee) and David Wickham Co Dinsmore Shohl (Secretary).
What does The Edward & Elizabeth Gardner Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and youth programs.