The Sharp Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Sharp Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Fort Myers, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $60,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $6,250 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$60,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$6,250
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was down from $75,000 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 | $75,000 | 8 | $127,564 |
| 2024 | $60,000 | 6 | $0 |
How to apply
The Sharp 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 2 | $27,500 |
| Ohio | 1 | $20,000 |
| Georgia | 2 | $7,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bryan Area Foundation Bryan Area Foundation | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Community Cooperative Community Cooperative | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Community Cooperative Community Cooperative | Unrestricted | $7,500 |
| Alpha Delta Pi Alpha Delta Pi | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Equestrian Connection NFP Equestrian Connection NFP | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Alpha Delta Pi Alpha Delta Pi | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- William Barton Sharp
- Phyllis Sharp
- Margaret Ruffalo
- Harmon Sharp
- Catherine Sharp
Questions people ask
Does The Sharp Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sharp Family Foundation Inc give?
$60,000 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $6,250.
Who runs The Sharp Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists William Barton Sharp (President), Phyllis Sharp (Secretary/Tr), Margaret Ruffalo (Director) and Harmon Sharp (Vice Preside) among 5 officers and trustees.