The Poole Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Poole Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Naples, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.4 million in 55 grants; the typical grant was $9,247 and the largest $293,977. 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$1.4 million
- Number of grants55
- Typical grant$9,247
- Largest grant$293,977
- Assets$14.3 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.1 million the year before.
13% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.1 million | 49 | $14.9 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 55 | $14.3 million |
How to apply
The Poole Family Foundation Inc 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 Poole Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 21 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 3 | $503,977 |
| Florida | 14 | $377,450 |
| Virginia | 2 | $150,500 |
| Georgia | 4 | $99,247 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $80,000 |
| North Carolina | 4 | $65,000 |
| New York | 3 | $60,500 |
| Texas | 2 | $30,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $17,500 |
| Alabama | 2 | $16,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Compassion International | Social service | $293,977 |
| Focus on the Family | Social service | $200,000 |
| Prison Fellowship Ministries | Social service | $150,000 |
| St Matthew's House | Social services | $100,000 |
| Pregnancy Resource Center | Social services | $50,000 |
| Echo Inc | Social services | $50,000 |
| Biglife | Religious | $50,000 |
| Ligonier Ministries | Religious | $50,000 |
| Movementorg | Education | $50,000 |
| Untold (Care for AIDS) | Religious | $50,000 |
| Chatham Day School | Education | $50,000 |
| Operation Mobilization | Social service | $30,000 |
| Proclaim Hope | Education | $30,000 |
| Transworld Radio (TWR) | Social service | $25,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse Internat'l Relief | Social service | $25,000 |
| Wycliffe Associates | Religious | $25,000 |
| Crosstown Ministries | Religious | $25,000 |
| Ywam | Religious | $15,000 |
| Share International | Religious | $15,000 |
| Ufm Worldwide USA | Religious | $15,000 |
| Reformed University Fellowship | Religious | $10,000 |
| Reformation Bible College | Education | $10,000 |
| The Chalmers Center | Religious | $10,000 |
| Tunnels to Towers | Provide services to first responders | $10,000 |
| Westminster Theological Seminary | Religious | $10,000 |
| Covenant Theological Seminary | Religious | $10,000 |
| Young Life (Naples) | Education | $10,000 |
| Covenant College | Education | $9,247 |
| Disciple Makers | Religious | $7,500 |
| Int'l Flwship Evangelstudentsifes | Religious | $7,500 |
| The Jesus Film Project | Religious foundation | $5,250 |
| Fellowship for Christian Athletes | Religious | $5,000 |
| TGC the Gospel Coalition | Religious | $5,000 |
| Alliance Defending Freedom | Education | $5,000 |
| Mna (Mission to North America) | Religious | $5,000 |
| Pioneers | Religious | $4,000 |
| Eckerd College | Education | $2,500 |
| Inc (Storyteller's Creative Arts) | Religious | $2,500 |
| One Mission Society | Religious | $2,400 |
| Cef of Collier County | Religious | $2,200 |
Officers and trustees
- John N Poole
- Sharon T Poole
- Amanda G Karbowski
- Jennie E Kiesel
Questions people ask
Does The Poole Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Poole Family Foundation Inc give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2024, across 55 grants, with a typical grant of $9,247.
Who runs The Poole Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists John N Poole (President), Sharon T Poole (Vice Preside), Amanda G Karbowski (Secretary) and Jennie E Kiesel (Member).
What does The Poole Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, faith communities and international.