The Tromble Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Tromble Family Foundation is a private foundation in Port Charlotte, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $648,500 in 38 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $273,200. 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$648,500
- Number of grants38
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$273,200
- Assets$9.4 million
- New grantees16%
Giving in 2025 was up from $513,404 the year before.
16% 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 | $499,353 | 26 | $11.0 million |
| 2024 | $513,404 | 33 | $8.6 million |
| 2025 | $648,500 | 38 | $9.4 million |
How to apply
The Tromble 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 Tromble Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 12 | $381,700 |
| Michigan | 21 | $192,300 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $60,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $11,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $1,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Epiphany Cathedral | General | $273,200 |
| Catholic Communities Foundation | General | $60,000 |
| Bishop Baraga School | General | $56,000 |
| Equest Order of the Holy Sepulcure | General | $53,400 |
| Other Miscellaneous | General | $48,100 |
| Diocese of Gaylord | General | $25,000 |
| Catholic Charities | General | $20,100 |
| Cheboygan Catholic Community | General | $20,000 |
| Catholic Faith Appeal | General | $15,000 |
| Christian Holyland Foundation | General | $11,500 |
| McLaren of Northern Mi FDTN | General | $11,000 |
| Wgcu-Npr Radio | General | $7,500 |
| Cheboygan Cty Ylp | General | $6,700 |
| University of Michigan - Flint | General | $5,000 |
| St Anne's Catholic Church | General | $5,000 |
| Animal Rescue Coalition | General | $4,000 |
| Cheboygan Communities Foundation | General | $3,500 |
| Charlotte Care Center | General | $3,000 |
| Charlotte High School | General | $1,500 |
| Little Traverse Conservancy | General | $1,500 |
| Mackinac Horsemen Assoc | General | $1,500 |
| Cheboygan County Humane Society | General | $1,000 |
| Support After Abortion | General | $1,000 |
| St Charles Borromeo | General | $1,000 |
| History Center of Cheboygan | General | $1,000 |
| Chesteron Academy | General | $1,000 |
| Ave Maria Law School | General | $1,000 |
| Knights of Columbus | General | $1,000 |
| Mackinac Associates | General | $1,000 |
| Mackinac Arts Council | General | $1,000 |
| Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council | General | $1,000 |
| Dynamic Catholic | General | $1,000 |
| Cheboygan Habitat for Humanity | General | $1,000 |
| Catholic Human Services | General | $1,000 |
| St Vincent Depaul | General | $1,000 |
| Diocese of Marquette | General | $1,000 |
| Top of Mi Trails Council | General | $500 |
| Cheboygan Area Arts Council | General | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Rick Tromble
- Michele Tromble
Questions people ask
Does The Tromble Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Tromble Family Foundation give?
$648,500 in tax year 2025, across 38 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs The Tromble Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Rick Tromble (Co-Trustee) and Michele Tromble (Co-Trustee).
What does The Tromble Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and human services.