Ventress Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ventress Family Foundation is a private foundation in Naples, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $187,895 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $2,770 and the largest $37,579. 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$187,895
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$2,770
- Largest grant$37,579
- Assets$4.4 million
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2025 was up from $178,695 the year before.
35% 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 | $193,155 | 26 | $3.8 million |
| 2024 | $178,695 | 26 | $4.0 million |
| 2025 | $187,895 | 26 | $4.4 million |
How to apply
Ventress 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 Ventress Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 5 | $124,027 |
| Ohio | 11 | $36,789 |
| Colorado | 4 | $11,000 |
| New York | 2 | $6,697 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $3,290 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,092 |
| Indiana | 1 | $2,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Grace Place | Unrestricted | $37,579 |
| Helps Outreach | Unrestricted | $37,579 |
| One by One Leadership | Unrestricted | $37,579 |
| Humane Society of Adams County | Unrestricted | $9,395 |
| Golden Paws Assistance Dogs | Unrestricted | $6,290 |
| Camping and Education Foundation | Unrestricted | $5,500 |
| Vail Mountain School | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Warrior Homes of Collier | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Matthew 25 Ministries | Unrestricted | $4,697 |
| PS 11 Purvis J Behan Elementary School PTA Inc | Unrestricted | $4,697 |
| Childhood Food Solutions | Unrestricted | $4,697 |
| Mother Teresa Catholic Elementary School | Unrestricted | $4,250 |
| YMCA Camp Ernst | Unrestricted | $3,290 |
| Reach Out Lakota | Unrestricted | $2,250 |
| United Nations Foundation Cerf | Unrestricted | $2,092 |
| Brooklyn Community Foundation | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Camp Tecumseh | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| St Michael School | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Home Front Military Network | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Project Angel Heart | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Remount Foundation | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Camp Beech Cliff | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Bishop Fenwick High School | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| C3OHIO Caring Community Collaborative | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Homeless Animal Rescue Team of Cincinnati | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Angel 14 Foundation & Ministry | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Pamela V Cutliff
- Jill Altman
- Ryan Altman
- Jeff McVey
- Michael Weghorst
- Anne Nichols
- Gary Ventress
- Linda Weghorst
Questions people ask
Does Ventress Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ventress Family Foundation give?
$187,895 in tax year 2025, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $2,770.
Who runs Ventress Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Pamela V Cutliff (Trustee), Jill Altman (Trustee), Ryan Altman (Director) and Jeff McVey (Director) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Ventress Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, animals and faith communities.