The Hand Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
The Hand Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Royal Palm Beach, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.5 million in 131 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $700,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$2.5 million
- Number of grants131
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$700,000
- Assets$167 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $160,000 the year before.
100% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $160,000 | 51 | $66,970 |
| 2024 | $2.5 million | 131 | $167 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Wesley Ledesma 9100 Belvedere Rd Suite 210, Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (561) 567-9245, wesley@handfoundationinc.org |
| What to submit | Specific letter request - reviewed by selection committee |
| Deadlines | None - generally for calendar use. |
| Restrictions | Primary criteria - financial need for education, merit, and selection committee criteria |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Hand Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 113 | $2.1 million |
| North Carolina | 4 | $177,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $50,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $32,500 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $30,000 |
| California | 2 | $27,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
| Georgia | 3 | $5,500 |
| Alabama | 1 | $2,500 |
| Kansas | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Florida Foundation | Organizational grant | $700,000 |
| Community Methodist Church | Organizational grant | $170,000 |
| Glades Day School | Organizational grant | $150,000 |
| Stetson University | Organizational grant | $150,000 |
| University of Florida Foundation | Organizational grant | $125,000 |
| Glades Day School | Organizational grant | $100,000 |
| Henderson County Rescue Squad Inc | Organizational grant | $100,000 |
| Cross Training Ministries | Organizational grant | $100,000 |
| Connie and Ricky Sparks Scholarship Foundation | Organizational grant | $50,000 |
| Frontline Healing Foundation | Organizational grant | $50,000 |
| Quantum House | Organizational grant | $40,000 |
| Dunklin Memorial Church Inc | Organizational grant | $35,000 |
| CROS Ministries | Organizational grant | $35,000 |
| Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation | Organizational grant | $30,000 |
| Residing Hope (Florida United Methodist Children's Home) | Organizational grant | $25,000 |
| CIELO - Community for Innovation Entrepreneurship Leadership & Opportunity | Organizational grant | $25,000 |
| Pregnancy Care Center | Organizational grant | $25,000 |
| Lighthouse for the Blind of Palm Beaches Inc | Organizational grant | $25,000 |
| Junior League of the Palm Beaches | Organizational grant | $25,000 |
| Trustbridge Foundation Inc | Organizational grant | $25,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Palm Beach County | Organizational grant | $25,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Henderson County | Organizational grant | $25,000 |
| Florida Agriculture in the Classroom | Organizational grant | $25,000 |
| Light House Cafe Ministries of the Glades Inc | Organizational grant | $25,000 |
| Florida Fruit & Vegetable Association | Organizational grant | $25,000 |
| Glades Youth Connection | Organizational grant | $21,000 |
| Willie and Estella Pyfrom Scholarship Foundation | Organizational grant | $20,000 |
| Community Methodist Church | Organizational grant | $15,000 |
| The Refuge Ranch Inc | Organizational grant | $10,000 |
| Junior Achievement of the Palm Beaches & Treasure Coast | Organizational grant | $10,000 |
| Belle Glade Chamber of Commerce | Organizational grant | $10,000 |
| City of Belle Glade | Organizational grant | $10,000 |
| Rotary Club of Belle Glade | Organizational grant | $10,000 |
| AD Disaster Relief Foundation | Organizational grant | $10,000 |
| City of Belle Glade | Organizational grant | $7,000 |
| Palm Beach County Sheriff's Foundation | Organizational grant | $5,000 |
| Community Methodist Church | Organizational grant | $5,000 |
| Donelson Christian Academy | Organizational grant | $5,000 |
| Glades Youth Connection | Organizational grant | $4,000 |
| Individual | Education grant | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Ruben Ledesma Jr
- Paul Orsenigo
- Patrick T Altman
- P Derek Orsenigo
- Wesley A Ledesma
- Thomas L Altman
Questions people ask
Does The Hand Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: None - generally for calendar use..
How much does The Hand Foundation Inc give?
$2.5 million in tax year 2024, across 131 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Hand Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Ruben Ledesma Jr (Secretary/Treasurer), Paul Orsenigo (Vice President), Patrick T Altman (Director) and P Derek Orsenigo (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Hand Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and community development.