The Ferland Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Ferland Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $42,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $3,750 and the largest $10,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$42,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$3,750
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$9.5 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.0 million the year before.
10% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $181,300 | 11 | $3.2 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 11 | $7.0 million |
| 2025 | $42,000 | 10 | $9.5 million |
How to apply
The Ferland Family 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 Ferland Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 7 | $31,500 |
| Florida | 2 | $10,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Camp Sunshine at Sebago Lake Inc | General contribution | $10,000 |
| The William A Farnsworth Library and Art Museum Inc | General contribution | $10,000 |
| Sportsman's Alliance of Maine | General contribution | $5,000 |
| Sulzbacher | General contribution | $5,000 |
| Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens | General contribution | $5,000 |
| Lake Environmental Association | General contribution | $2,500 |
| Raymond Waterways | General contribution | $2,500 |
| Skowhegan History House Association Inc | General contribution | $1,000 |
| Acoustic Neuroma Association | General contribution | $500 |
| Maine State Society for the Protection of Animals | General contribution | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- E James Ferland
- Eileen P Ferland
- E James Ferland III
- Elizabeth F Luce
Questions people ask
Does The Ferland Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Ferland Family Foundation Inc give?
$42,000 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $3,750.
Who runs The Ferland Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists E James Ferland (President/Treasurer), Eileen P Ferland (Vice President/Secretary), E James Ferland III (Trustee) and Elizabeth F Luce (Trustee).
What does The Ferland Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, environment and conservation and animals.