W T Bland Jr Charitable TUA
Preselected recipients only
W T Bland Jr Charitable TUA is a private foundation in Mount Dora, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.8 million in 39 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $717,311. 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$1.8 million
- Number of grants39
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$717,311
- Assets$52.2 million
- New grantees58%
Giving in 2025 was down from $2.1 million the year before.
58% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.9 million | 29 | $43.1 million |
| 2024 | $2.1 million | 26 | $46.2 million |
| 2025 | $1.8 million | 39 | $52.2 million |
How to apply
W T Bland Jr Charitable TUA 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 T Bland Jr Charitable TUA funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 39 | $1.8 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Dora Community Trust | Mdct general philanthropic fd,breast cancer diag fd, scholarship fd, youth philantropy fd, md police charities fd, east town community fd | $717,311 |
| Lake Cares Food Pantry | Capital campaign & food pantry programs | $210,000 |
| Camp La-No-Chee | New roof on wt bland dining hall at scouting camp | $135,000 |
| UF Health Shands AIM | Music is medicine program, aim makers studio & gallery capital project | $100,000 |
| AdventHealth Waterman Foundation | Wellness trail | $100,000 |
| Individual | $45,000 | |
| Dogs Inc | Mission of hope & service dog programs | $40,000 |
| Cornerstone Hospice Foundation | Scout troop 277 programs | $27,500 |
| Individual | $25,000 | |
| LifeStream Behavioral Center | Mental health & open door programs | $25,000 |
| Lake Sumter State College Fdn | Lssc food pantry | $25,000 |
| Orange Audubon Society Inc | Orange audobon society nature center capital project | $25,000 |
| Pioneer Settlement for Creative Art | Citrus barn showcase | $25,000 |
| Individual | $25,000 | |
| Individual | Sports programs for disabled | $20,000 |
| Volunteers for Community Impact Inc | Central fla foster grandparent & senior companion programs | $20,000 |
| 12 Volt Bolt Robotics | Robotics program for Lake County students in grades 3-12 | $19,000 |
| IDEAS For Us | Hebni nutrition food security hub garden | $15,000 |
| Individual | $15,000 | |
| Orlando Science Ctr | Life conservation owl enclosure exhibit | $10,000 |
| Forward Paths Fdn | Homeless youth community programs | $10,000 |
| Lake Cnty Sheriffs Charities | Sheriff charities programs | $10,000 |
| Hand in Hand Lake County Inc | Addiction recovery programs | $10,000 |
| North Lake County FCA | sports ministry PROGRAMS | $10,000 |
| Mount Dora Hurricane Band Boosters | Scholarships | $10,000 |
| Michael's Foundation | Veterans wellness programs | $10,000 |
| Mount Dora Babe Ruth League Inc | Youth baseball program | $10,000 |
| Individual | $10,000 | |
| Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando Inc | animal care and sheltering programs | $10,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank of Central | Harvester of hope food bank program | $10,000 |
| Samaritan Resource Center | Homeless resource center | $7,500 |
| Lake Sumter Childrens Advocacy Ctr | Child advocacy programs | $6,500 |
| Habitat for Humanity Lake-Sumter FL | Womens build program | $5,000 |
| Camaraderie Foundation Inc | Veteran, active duty military & family support programs | $5,000 |
| Hope Community Center Inc | Apopka Community Center Programs | $4,500 |
| Mount Dora High School | Cross country program | $2,500 |
| FL Wildflower Fdn | Florida native wildflower programs | $2,500 |
| Family Matters of Central Florida | Endless possibilities for kids event | $2,500 |
| Mount Dora Hurricane Youth Football | Mt dora youth football cheerleading | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- First National Bank of Mt Dora
- John D Pease III
- John D Pease IV
- Clare L Garner Jr
Questions people ask
Does W T Bland Jr Charitable TUA accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does W T Bland Jr Charitable TUA give?
$1.8 million in tax year 2025, across 39 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs W T Bland Jr Charitable TUA?
Its 2025 filing lists First National Bank of Mt Dora (Trustee), John D Pease III (Dist Committee), John D Pease IV (Dist Committee) and Clare L Garner Jr (Dist Committee).
What does W T Bland Jr Charitable TUA fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and education.