The William R Gruver Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The William R Gruver Foundation is a private foundation in Sanibel, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $294,512 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $100,704. 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$294,512
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$100,704
- Assets$7.4 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2024 was up from $261,856 the year before.
38% 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 | $261,856 | 22 | $6.1 million |
| 2024 | $294,512 | 21 | $7.4 million |
How to apply
The William R Gruver 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 William R Gruver Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 6 | $175,868 |
| New York | 5 | $51,099 |
| Pennsylvania | 4 | $23,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $20,030 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $12,515 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $10,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lee Health Foundation | To aid in program services | $100,704 |
| Community Cooperative | To aid in program services | $35,156 |
| Dartmouth College | To aid in program services | $20,030 |
| Cornell University | To aid in program services | $20,000 |
| Gulf Coast Community Foundation | To aid in program services | $20,000 |
| Lymphoma Research | To aid in program services | $10,084 |
| Rutgers University Football | To aid in program services | $10,015 |
| Mount Sinai Health | To aid in program services | $10,015 |
| Berea College | To aid in program services | $10,000 |
| MSK Cancer Center | To aid in program services | $10,000 |
| Open Discourse Coalition | To aid in program services | $10,000 |
| Threefold Schoolhouse | To aid in program services | $10,000 |
| Captiva Chapel by the Sea | To aid in program services | $7,500 |
| Sanibel Community Housing & Resources | To aid in program services | $7,500 |
| Guadalupe Center | To aid in program services | $5,008 |
| Zaka Tel-Aviv | To aid in program services | $2,500 |
| Boiling Springs Lions Club | To aid in program services | $1,500 |
| Dayspring Christian Academy | To aid in program services | $1,500 |
| Marine Corps Law Enforcement Foundation | To aid in program services | $1,000 |
| Naval Supply Corps Foundation Inc | To aid in program services | $1,000 |
| Rufus Porter Museum of Art & Ingenuity | To aid in program services | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William R Gruver
- Joan L Gruver
- Barbara Jill Gruver Puleo
- John Gruver Jr
- Brooke Garafalo
Questions people ask
Does The William R Gruver Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The William R Gruver Foundation give?
$294,512 in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The William R Gruver Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists William R Gruver (Trustee), Joan L Gruver (Trustee), Barbara Jill Gruver Puleo (Trustee) and John Gruver Jr (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The William R Gruver Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and education.