W Paul Hoenle Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
W Paul Hoenle Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Sarasota, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $336,500 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $60,000. 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$336,500
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$5.9 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2025 was up from $314,600 the year before.
11% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $242,000 | 24 | $5.3 million |
| 2024 | $314,600 | 25 | $5.8 million |
| 2025 | $336,500 | 27 | $5.9 million |
How to apply
W Paul Hoenle 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.
What W Paul Hoenle Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 25 | $334,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $1,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Moffitt Cancer Foundation (Endowment) | General fund | $60,000 |
| Parenting Matters | General fund | $30,000 |
| Sarasota Memorial Healthcare Foundation (Endowment) | General fund | $25,000 |
| Artcenter Manatee | General fund | $20,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Bradenton | General fund | $20,000 |
| Meels on Wheels Plus of Manatee Inc | General fund | $20,000 |
| Salvation Army of Bradenton | General fund | $20,000 |
| St Stephens Endowment Trust Fund | General fund | $20,000 |
| Ringling College of Art and Design | General fund | $15,000 |
| Women's Resource Center of Manatee Inc | General fund | $15,000 |
| Asolo Rep | General fund | $10,000 |
| Pace Center for Girls | General fund | $10,000 |
| Salvation Army of Sarasota | General fund | $10,000 |
| State College of Florida Foundation | General fund | $10,000 |
| Turning Points Community Coalition on Homelessness Bradenton | General fund | $10,000 |
| University of South Florida Foundation (Endowment Scholarship) | General fund | $10,000 |
| Cardinal Mooney High School Endowment | General fund | $5,000 |
| Rotary Club Foundation of LWR | General fund | $5,000 |
| Sarasota Opera Endowment | General fund | $5,000 |
| Sarasota Orchestra | General fund | $5,000 |
| Catholic Faith Appeal Diocese of Venice | General fund | $2,500 |
| Community Foundation of Sarasota County | General fund | $2,000 |
| Wedu PBS | General fund | $2,000 |
| Heifer International | General fund | $1,500 |
| St Thomas More and Catholic Faith Appeal | General fund | $1,500 |
| Luther Services | General fund | $1,000 |
| Rorary International Foundation | General fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- W Paul Hoenle
Questions people ask
Does W Paul Hoenle Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does W Paul Hoenle Foundation Inc give?
$336,500 in tax year 2025, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs W Paul Hoenle Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists W Paul Hoenle (Chairman).
What does W Paul Hoenle Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and human services.