The Gardener Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Gardener Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Sarasota, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $4.8 million in 38 grants; the typical grant was $19,000 and the largest $2.0 million. 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$4.8 million
- Number of grants38
- Typical grant$19,000
- Largest grant$2.0 million
- Assets$21.3 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2024 was down from $5.4 million the year before.
42% 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 | $1.6 million | 32 | $23.1 million |
| 2023 | $5.4 million | 41 | $23.0 million |
| 2024 | $4.8 million | 38 | $21.3 million |
How to apply
The Gardener 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 Gardener Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 19 | $3.9 million |
| New York | 12 | $668,206 |
| Colorado | 3 | $248,100 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $25,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $500 |
| California | 2 | $151 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mote Marine | Charitable contribution | $2.0 million |
| Sarasota Orchestra | Charitable contribution | $800,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Southwest and Central Florida | Charitable contribution | $300,000 |
| Visible Men Academy | Charitable contribution | $250,000 |
| Literacy Outreach of Garfield County | Charitable contribution | $230,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Bellport | Charitable contribution | $150,000 |
| Forty Carrots | Charitable contribution | $150,000 |
| Sarasota Architecture Foundation | Charitable contribution | $115,000 |
| Community Foundation of Sarasota | Charitable contribution | $100,000 |
| Literacy Council of Sarasota | Charitable contribution | $100,000 |
| Long Island Cares | Charitable contribution | $100,000 |
| Sarasota Opera | Charitable contribution | $100,000 |
| Big Waters Land Trust | Charitable contribution | $100,000 |
| American Red Cross | Charitable contribution | $50,000 |
| Stony Brook Foundation | Charitable contribution | $50,000 |
| Bayport Blue Point School District | Charitable contribution | $45,366 |
| The Hermitage | Charitable contribution | $40,000 |
| Heifer International | Charitable contribution | $25,000 |
| Via Nova Chorale | Charitable contribution | $20,000 |
| Valley Settlement Project | Charitable contribution | $18,000 |
| All Faiths Food Bank | Charitable contribution | $12,500 |
| Friends of Bellport Bay | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| Ringling Museum Foundation | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| Sarasota Art Museum | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| Audubon Florida | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Post Morrow Foundation | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| South Country Concerts | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Wusf | Charitable contribution | $2,500 |
| Gift of Life Long Island | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| New York University | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| Sarasota Gardening Club Inc | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| Donorschooseorg | Charitable contribution | $590 |
| Sarasota Audubon Society | Charitable contribution | $514 |
| Water Quality Forum Waterfest | Charitable contribution | $500 |
| Bellport Garden Club | Charitable contribution | $250 |
| Inaturalist | Charitable contribution | $125 |
| Americian Birding Society | Charitable contribution | $100 |
| Wikimedia Foundation Inc | Charitable contribution | $26 |
Officers and trustees
- William Knapp
- Jane Knapp
- Marcella Butler
Questions people ask
Does The Gardener Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Gardener Foundation Inc give?
$4.8 million in tax year 2024, across 38 grants, with a typical grant of $19,000.
Who runs The Gardener Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists William Knapp (President), Jane Knapp (Secretary) and Marcella Butler (Director).
What does The Gardener Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, arts and culture and education.