Whitey's Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
Whitey's Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Fort Myers, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $66,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $36,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$66,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$36,000
- Assets$987,419
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $55,000 the year before.
25% 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 | $66,600 | 3 | $984,463 |
| 2024 | $55,000 | 3 | $982,686 |
| 2025 | $66,000 | 4 | $987,419 |
How to apply
| Contact | John R S Hall 15820 Kilmarnock Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33912 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (336) 254-4378, jhall@halburn.com |
| What to submit | Any written format |
| Deadlines | No submission deadlines |
| Restrictions | No restrictions other than must be a us 501(c)(3) |
What Whitey's Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 2 | $46,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gulf Coast Humane Society | Animal welfare | $36,000 |
| Bobby Nichols Fiddlesticks Charity Foundation | At risk children and families | $10,000 |
| Empower the Veterans | Support of veterans | $10,000 |
| Virginia Highlands Youth Golf Association | Scholarships for children | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ryan Hilsinger
- John R S Hall
- Lee A Hall
Questions people ask
Does Whitey's Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: No submission deadlines.
How much does Whitey's Foundation Inc give?
$66,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Whitey's Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Ryan Hilsinger (Director), John R S Hall (President) and Lee A Hall (Secretary).
What does Whitey's Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.