The Prior Family Charitable Trust
Accepts applications
The Prior Family Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Venice, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $202,000 in 33 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $70,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$202,000
- Number of grants33
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$70,000
- Assets$5.2 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $152,070 the year before.
50% 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 | $125,279 | 41 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $152,070 | 30 | $3.2 million |
| 2025 | $202,000 | 33 | $5.2 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Gary L Prior 147 Tampa Ave E Unit 601, Venice, FL 34285-1932 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (312) 762-9450 |
| What to submit | Letter and Descripton of the Program |
What The Prior Family Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 1 | $70,000 |
| Florida | 11 | $53,000 |
| Illinois | 5 | $22,500 |
| Ohio | 2 | $15,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $7,000 |
| Georgia | 2 | $6,000 |
| New York | 3 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| California | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tulane University | General | $70,000 |
| Venice Theatre | General | $13,000 |
| YMCA | General | $13,000 |
| American Red Cross | General | $10,000 |
| Venice Symphony | General | $10,000 |
| Columbus on the Spectrum | General | $10,000 |
| Moffitt Cancer Care Center | General | $6,000 |
| Care | General | $5,000 |
| Disabled American Veterans | General | $5,000 |
| St Jude Childrens Hospital | General | $5,000 |
| Individual | General | $5,000 |
| Mote Marine Lab Museum | General | $5,000 |
| Wholehearted | General | $5,000 |
| Tidewell Foundation | General | $3,000 |
| Orphan Kitten Club | General | $3,000 |
| Individual | General | $3,000 |
| Individual | General | $3,000 |
| Individual | General | $2,500 |
| Individual | General | $2,500 |
| Individual | General | $2,500 |
| Sarasota Art Museum | General | $2,500 |
| Macular Degenration Assn | General | $2,500 |
| Parkinson Foundation | General | $2,500 |
| No Kids Hungry | General | $2,500 |
| Individual | General | $2,500 |
| Individual | General | $1,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General | $1,000 |
| Individual | General | $1,000 |
| Rockford Area Arts Council | General | $1,000 |
| American Cancer Society | General | $1,000 |
| Suncoast Humane Society | General | $1,000 |
| ACLU | General | $1,000 |
| National Parks Conservancy | General | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gary L Prior
- Julia Heseman
Questions people ask
Does The Prior Family Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Prior Family Charitable Trust give?
$202,000 in tax year 2025, across 33 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs The Prior Family Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Gary L Prior (Trustee) and Julia Heseman (Trustee).
What does The Prior Family Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, health and youth programs.