The Louis and Gloria Flanzer Philanthropic Trust
Accepts applications
The Louis and Gloria Flanzer Philanthropic Trust is a private foundation in Sarasota, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $7.1 million in 134 grants; the typical grant was $29,407 and the largest $1.0 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$7.1 million
- Number of grants134
- Typical grant$29,407
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$94.5 million
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2024 was down from $9.5 million the year before.
26% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $9.5 million | 111 | $93.4 million |
| 2024 | $7.1 million | 134 | $94.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Eric Kaplan 1266 First Street Suite 4, Sarasota, FL 34236 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (941) 376-5030, ekaplan@bristolllc.com |
| What to submit | Grant Applications should be submitted with a written request and include the following: 1) most recent copy of tax return 2) mission of organization soliciting 3) specific description of proposed use of funds 4) name and of address of submitter 5) names and addresses of other funding sources for the proposed program both committed and applied to |
| Restrictions | Award limitations include - Geographical: Support of the communities located only in Sarasota, Manatee, Charlotte or Desoto County and which have no material activities beyond those counties. Notwithstanding the aforesaid, the Trust reserves the right to make exceptions without creating any rights for any other agencies. Charitable fields: social services, social welfare, K-12 education and healthcare with education as primary function,but excluding the arts, such as theatre, music,entities primarily engaged in providing entertainment and similar performance based activities. Functions,activities and other: Delivers services to the public.Has and provides a valid IRS letter of determination and active Florida solicitation registration.Does not include any officers, directors or other principals and control people who have a criminal record. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Louis and Gloria Flanzer Philanthropic Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 132 | $6.1 million |
| New York | 2 | $1.0 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia University - Trustees | Endowment of Cardiology Department $2,000,000; | $1.0 million |
| Forty Carrots Family Center | General & Matching | $308,379 |
| Women's Resource Center of Manatee | Educational - To engage, educate, enrich and empower women | $279,444 |
| Mothers helping Mothers | General - Children & Family Support | $208,180 |
| South County Food Pantry | General & Matching | $197,451 |
| Goodwill Manasota | General - Matching | $153,855 |
| Samaritan Counseling Of The Gulf Coast | General & Matching | $138,880 |
| Meals On Wheels Sarasota | General & Matching | $132,544 |
| St Joseph's Food Pantry Of Bradenton | General & Matching | $131,923 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Sarasota Manatee & DeSota Counties Inc | Louis & Gloria Flanzer Club - To enable young people to reach their full potential; Various Sponsorships | $129,640 |
| Humane Society Of Sarasota County | General & Matching | $125,284 |
| Arcadia All-Florida Championship Rodeo Inc | General & Sponsorship for Championship Rodeo | $125,000 |
| All Faiths Food Bank | General & Matching | $124,844 |
| Second Heart Home | General & Matching | $117,265 |
| Operation Warrior Resolution & Patriot Support | General & Matching | $111,003 |
| Satchel's Last Resort Rescue And Sanctuary | General & Matching | $108,989 |
| The Haven | General & Matching | $99,375 |
| Still Point Mission | General & Matching | $94,210 |
| Turning Points | General & Matching | $91,824 |
| AVIVA Foundation | General & Matching | $90,598 |
| Various Suncoast Charities | General & Matching | $89,731 |
| Embracing Our Differences | General & Matching | $80,820 |
| Nates Honor Animal Rescue | General - Journey Home Capital campaign | $79,953 |
| St Francis Animal Rescue Of Venice | General & Matching | $79,463 |
| Habitat For Humanity Sarasota & S Sarasota | General & Matching | $77,489 |
| ALSO Youth Inc | General & Matching | $77,056 |
| Jewish Family & Children Services of the Suncoast Inc | PUBLIC CHARITIES - JFCS Alzheimer's & Caregiver Program 5th year of 5 year pledge | $74,666 |
| Child Protection Center Inc | General - Protection of Children | $69,674 |
| Coming Together against Cancer - CTAC Team TONY | Educational - To educate donors and the community on advances in the fight against cancer | $67,780 |
| Pace Center For Girls Bradenton | General & Matching | $66,530 |
| Sparcc | General & Matching | $65,040 |
| Senior Friendship Centers | General & Matching | $63,457 |
| Children's Guardian Fund | General & Matching | $60,965 |
| Safe Children Coalition Inc | General & Matching | $60,498 |
| Easterseals Of Southwest Florida | General & Matching | $59,115 |
| HOPE Family Services | General & Matching | $58,540 |
| Academy At Glengary | General & Matching | $58,250 |
| North Port Meals On Wheels | General & Matching | $56,020 |
| Englewood Meals On Wheels | General & Matching | $54,072 |
| Sertoma Kids Speech Language Therapy Clinic | General & Matching | $52,638 |
Officers and trustees
- Eric Kaplan
- R Dean Hautamaki
Questions people ask
Does The Louis and Gloria Flanzer Philanthropic Trust accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Louis and Gloria Flanzer Philanthropic Trust give?
$7.1 million in tax year 2024, across 134 grants, with a typical grant of $29,407.
Who runs The Louis and Gloria Flanzer Philanthropic Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Eric Kaplan (Trustee) and R Dean Hautamaki (Trustee).
What does The Louis and Gloria Flanzer Philanthropic Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and youth programs.