The Perry Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Perry Family Foundation is a private foundation in Pensacola, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $68,802 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $20,000. 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$68,802
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees65%
Giving in 2025 was up from $63,100 the year before.
65% of its 2025 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 | $66,720 | 20 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $63,100 | 16 | $1.5 million |
| 2025 | $68,802 | 26 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
The Perry Family 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 Perry Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 17 | $38,600 |
| Maryland | 1 | $20,000 |
| Alabama | 2 | $7,000 |
| South Carolina | 2 | $1,502 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $100 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bright Focus Foundation | General operations | $20,000 |
| Escambia County Public Schools Foundation | General operations | $20,000 |
| Community Health Foundation | General operations | $5,000 |
| Jazz Society of Pensacola Inc | General operations | $5,000 |
| Sunday's Child | General operations | $5,000 |
| Florida ACLU | General operations | $3,000 |
| Knowledge Ministries Inc | Golden elite track and field | $2,500 |
| Banding Coalition of the Americas | General operations | $2,000 |
| Carlisle Floyd at 100 | General operations | $1,000 |
| Independence for the Blind of West Florida | General operations | $1,000 |
| Impact Development Fund | Vision to learn | $1,000 |
| Hospice of the Upstate Inc | My tribute gift | $502 |
| Manna Food Pantry | General operations | $500 |
| Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation | Alzheimer's research dept. | $500 |
| The Arc Gateway Inc | General operations | $500 |
| Okaloosa AIDS Support and Informational Services (Oasis) | General operations | $200 |
| Uncle Sandy's Macaw Bird Park | General operations | $200 |
| Acro Cats - Rock Cats Rescue Inc | General operations | $100 |
| Ella L Jordan African American History Museum | General operations | $100 |
| Greater Pensacola Symphony Orchestrainc | General operations | $100 |
| Florida Native Plant Society | Long leaf native plant society | $100 |
| Pensacola Little Theatre | General operations | $100 |
| Pensacola Opera | General operations | $100 |
| The Choral Society of Pensacola | General operations | $100 |
| Uwf Foundation | Pensacola museum of art | $100 |
| Associaton for Rescue at Sea Inc | Virgin island search and rescue | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- James T Perry Jr
- Marianne Croze-Perry
- Salil Gutt
Questions people ask
Does The Perry Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Perry Family Foundation give?
$68,802 in tax year 2025, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs The Perry Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James T Perry Jr (Pres/Trea/Director), Marianne Croze-Perry (Sec/Director) and Salil Gutt (Director).
What does The Perry Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and arts and culture.