The Fry Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Fry Family Foundation is a private foundation in Osprey, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $11.7 million in 24 grants; the typical grant was $16,968 and the largest $6.1 million. 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$11.7 million
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$16,968
- Largest grant$6.1 million
- Assets$21,292
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2025 was up from $694,609 the year before.
21% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $737,724 | 23 | $15.6 million |
| 2024 | $694,609 | 26 | $19.6 million |
| 2025 | $11.7 million | 24 | $21,292 |
How to apply
The Fry 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Fry Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Kentucky. It also paid $4.0 million in 16 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 4 | $7.6 million |
| New Mexico | 1 | $100,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $35,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fidelity Charity - MD | General | $6.1 million |
| RBC Donor Advised Fund | General | $3.4 million |
| Fidelity Charity - Fry Cronin | General | $670,382 |
| Fidelity Charity- C Fry | General | $489,979 |
| Fidelity Charity - FLF Hope | General | $388,761 |
| Memorial University | Scholarships/leadership awards/women & immigrant programs | $288,812 |
| Girls Inc of Santa Fe | Teenage girls leadership development | $100,000 |
| Environmental Education Commission | Operational funding/infrastructure enhancement | $67,165 |
| College of North Atlantic | Leadership scholarships | $51,075 |
| Town of Glovertown | Signage replacement/ diamond house accomodations/adventure bike program | $31,815 |
| Crossover Mission | Scholarships | $25,000 |
| Salvation Army | Center of hope/general/food service programs | $17,675 |
| Community Center Alliance | Scholarships, spark program, sponsorship, run/walk program | $16,261 |
| Shaw Festival | General | $10,605 |
| The Reef Institute | General Fund | $10,000 |
| Shallaway Lauda | Music sponsorship | $7,777 |
| Bay Roberts Heritage Society | Operational funding | $7,070 |
| Iris Kirby House | Children's Camp Support | $7,070 |
| NL Sexual Assault Crisis Ctr | General Funds | $7,070 |
| NSO Orchestral Chairs Program | Scholarship | $7,070 |
| YWCA of Northern New Jersey | General Fund - Pam Averso Award | $5,000 |
| Grace United Church | Operational funding | $3,535 |
| Agnes Pratt Foundation | General | $3,535 |
| Rotary Club of St Cathararines | General | $1,414 |
Officers and trustees
- Paul J Burt
- Marlene D Fry
- Judy Repple
- J April Lee
- Gerry Repple
- Darryl D Fry
- Cheryl E Fry
- Diana M Cronin
- James P Cronin
- Marie Burt
- Erin Burt
- Griffin Ferguson
- Max Ferguson- Jr Trustee
- Saige Ferguson - Trustee
Questions people ask
Does The Fry Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Fry Family Foundation give?
$11.7 million in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $16,968.
Who runs The Fry Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Paul J Burt (President), Marlene D Fry (Chairman), Judy Repple (Trustee) and J April Lee (Trustee) among 14 officers and trustees.
What does The Fry Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, education and human services.