The Gimme Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Gimme Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Sanibel, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $28,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $18,000. 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$28,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$18,000
- Assets$58,385
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $19,000 the year before.
33% 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 | $40,000 | 3 | $53,123 |
| 2024 | $19,000 | 2 | $53,287 |
| 2025 | $28,000 | 3 | $58,385 |
How to apply
The Gimme 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Gimme Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 1 | $18,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
| West Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sme Foundation | Support for program materials used by teachers to educate students on the importance of mining in their everyday lives. | $18,000 |
| Penn State University | Support mining rocks summer camp for high school seniors | $5,000 |
| West Virginia University | Support experience mining summer camp for high school seniors | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James J Bryja
- Coral Bryja
- Mary Frances Bryja
Questions people ask
Does The Gimme Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Gimme Foundation Inc give?
$28,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Gimme Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists James J Bryja (President), Coral Bryja (Secr/Treas) and Mary Frances Bryja (Director).
What does The Gimme Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, seniors and youth programs.