The Patton Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Patton Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Hobe Sound, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $170,150 in 58 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $27,500. 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$170,150
- Number of grants58
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$27,500
- Assets$708,901
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2025 was up from $93,450 the year before.
28% 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 | $145,050 | 49 | $755,235 |
| 2024 | $93,450 | 50 | $748,635 |
| 2025 | $170,150 | 58 | $708,901 |
How to apply
The Patton Charitable 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.
What The Patton Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 13 | $56,500 |
| Florida | 14 | $34,150 |
| Connecticut | 3 | $25,750 |
| Massachusetts | 10 | $21,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $10,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,000 |
| California | 4 | $3,500 |
| Maine | 2 | $2,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $1,750 |
| Illinois | 2 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Unitarian Church of All Souls | Religious | $27,500 |
| Miss Porters School | Education | $25,000 |
| New York University | Education | $15,000 |
| Christ Memorial Chapel | Religious | $11,000 |
| Jupiter Island Medical Center | Health | $11,000 |
| Cure PSP | Health | $10,000 |
| The Wily Network | Education | $8,000 |
| University of Pennsylvania | Education | $5,000 |
| Hobe Sound Community Chest | Welfare | $5,000 |
| The Childrens Institute | Welfare | $5,000 |
| Jacobs Pillow | Arts | $5,000 |
| Wisdom Bridges | Welfare | $5,000 |
| Auxiliary of Emerson Health | Health | $2,500 |
| Groton School | Education | $1,500 |
| Vassar College | Education | $1,500 |
| The Conservation Fund | Conservation | $1,250 |
| Princeton University | Education | $1,000 |
| Northwestern University | Education | $1,000 |
| Semper Fi and Americas Fund | Welfare | $1,000 |
| Shantideva Center | Spiritual | $1,000 |
| Colby College | Education | $1,000 |
| Beaver Angels | Welfare | $1,000 |
| Social & Environmental Entrepreneurs | Welfare | $1,000 |
| Guardians of Martin County | Conservation | $1,000 |
| Generations United | Welfare | $1,000 |
| Trudeau Institute | Health | $1,000 |
| Banner Lake Club | Welfare | $1,000 |
| Town of Jupiter Island | Welfare | $1,000 |
| Cristo Rey Ny High School | Education | $1,000 |
| Peace on the Street | Arts | $1,000 |
| Florida Atlantic University | Education | $1,000 |
| Neuroendocrine Tumor Research Foundation | Health | $1,000 |
| Graham Windham | Welfare | $1,000 |
| Washington University | Education | $1,000 |
| Occidental College | Education | $1,000 |
| Berkshire International Film Festival | Arts | $1,000 |
| Hurricane Island Outward Bound School | Welfare | $1,000 |
| Maltz Theatre | Arts | $1,000 |
| Nashoba Brooks School | Education | $500 |
| Deerfield Academy | Education | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary Ann B Casey
- Edward B Patton
- Pamela W Patton
- Richard R Patton
- Jennifer Patton
Questions people ask
Does The Patton Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Patton Charitable Foundation give?
$170,150 in tax year 2025, across 58 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Patton Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mary Ann B Casey (Trustee), Edward B Patton (Trustee), Pamela W Patton (Trustee) and Richard R Patton (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Patton Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.