The Patterson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Patterson Foundation is a private foundation in Sarasota, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $8.9 million in 12 grants; the typical grant was $113,988 and the largest $5.4 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$8.9 million
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$113,988
- Largest grant$5.4 million
- Assets$304 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was down from $11.2 million the year before.
25% 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 | $11.2 million | 11 | $291 million |
| 2024 | $8.9 million | 12 | $304 million |
How to apply
The Patterson 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 Patterson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 6 | $7.8 million |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $850,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $200,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $50,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $50,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Foundation of Sarasota County | Nurture fund; suncoast disaster recovery fund; season of sharing; pay it forward fund; tpf donor advised fund; roxanne g. Jerde leadership fund | $5.4 million |
| The Bay Park Conservancy Inc | Propelling positive momentum in fundraising effort | $2.0 million |
| Center for Disaster Philantropy | Atlantic hurricane recovery fund; national partner funding; california wildfires recovery fund; global recovery fund; | $800,000 |
| Foundations Inc | National campaign for grade level reading | $200,000 |
| Gulf Coast Community Foundation of Venice | Nurture fund | $187,500 |
| School Board of Charlotte County FL | Campaign for grade-level reading - data management coordinator | $162,195 |
| Arts & Cultural Alliance of Sarasota County | Patriot plaza | $65,780 |
| Exponent Philantropy | Momentum builders circle | $50,000 |
| Harwood Institute | Harwood circle of catalytic funders | $50,000 |
| Indiana University Foundation | National partner funding | $50,000 |
| Nethope Inc | Unrestricted operating funds | $50,000 |
| Florida Housing Coalition Inc | Community impact | $22,500 |
Officers and trustees
- John T Berteau
- Ric Gregoria
- Charles D Bailey Jr
- Debra Jacobs
- Northern Trust
- Dave Bullock
- Cathy Layton
Questions people ask
Does The Patterson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Patterson Foundation give?
$8.9 million in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $113,988.
Who runs The Patterson Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John T Berteau (Chairman Emeritus), Ric Gregoria (Chairman), Charles D Bailey Jr (Vice Chairman) and Debra Jacobs (President & Ceo) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does The Patterson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, community development and education.