The Fernandez Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Fernandez Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Fort Myers, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $307,500 in 36 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $40,000. 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$307,500
- Number of grants36
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$6.4 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2024 was up from $234,400 the year before.
36% 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 | $266,650 | 30 | $5.1 million |
| 2023 | $234,400 | 30 | $5.7 million |
| 2024 | $307,500 | 36 | $6.4 million |
How to apply
The Fernandez 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 Fernandez Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 12 | $138,700 |
| South Carolina | 5 | $73,000 |
| California | 10 | $45,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $20,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $11,600 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $10,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Wisconsin | 2 | $3,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Clemson University Foundation | General | $40,000 |
| University of Florida Foundation | General | $40,000 |
| Heights Foundation | General | $25,000 |
| Cliffs Resident Outreach | General | $20,000 |
| Schwab Charitable | Donor advised fund | $20,000 |
| Fgcu | General | $15,000 |
| Cristo El Rey San Jose Jesuit High | General | $12,500 |
| Family Promise | General | $11,600 |
| Experience Camps | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Lee County | General | $10,000 |
| Pickens High School | General | $10,000 |
| Smile Train | General | $10,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | General | $10,000 |
| Ding Darling | General | $8,000 |
| Westgate Church | General | $8,000 |
| One Commnity LG | General | $7,500 |
| Desire Street Ministries | General | $5,000 |
| Lee Health Foundation | General | $5,000 |
| Our Community Los Gatos | General | $5,000 |
| Pace Center for Girls | General | $5,000 |
| Project Cornerstone YMCA | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank | General | $5,000 |
| Tim Tebow Foundation | General | $5,000 |
| The Primary School | General purpose | $3,000 |
| Furman University | General | $2,000 |
| Humorology | General | $2,000 |
| Build A Box | General | $1,000 |
| Doxa Church | General | $1,000 |
| Eden Church | General | $1,000 |
| Friends of Los Gatos Library | General | $1,000 |
| Friends of the Saratoga Libraries | General | $1,000 |
| Pickens County Humane Society | General | $1,000 |
| St Jude | General | $1,000 |
| Chapters Health Foundation | General | $500 |
| Kittitas Valley Fire & Rescue | General | $200 |
| Lee County Fca | General | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Manuel Fernandez
- Joanne Fernandez
- Kimberly Ann Fernandez Wen
- Christina Robertson
Questions people ask
Does The Fernandez Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Fernandez Family Foundation Inc give?
$307,500 in tax year 2024, across 36 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Fernandez Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Manuel Fernandez (Dir / Treas), Joanne Fernandez (Dir / Pres), Kimberly Ann Fernandez Wen (Dir/Asst Sec) and Christina Robertson (Dir/Asst Sec).
What does The Fernandez Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and youth programs.