Wiseheart Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
Wiseheart Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Miami, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $310,300 in 48 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $25,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$310,300
- Number of grants48
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$8.0 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was up from $274,500 the year before.
13% 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 | $291,000 | 48 | $6.2 million |
| 2024 | $274,500 | 47 | $6.9 million |
| 2025 | $310,300 | 48 | $8.0 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Wiseheart Foundation 2840 SW 3rd Avenue, Miami, FL 33129 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (305) 285-1222 |
| What to submit | The wiseheart foundation does not use grant application forms. A proposal should be submitted in writing on the letterhead of the organization requesting the grant and signed by its chief executive officer on behalf of its governing body. The following information should be included: the need which would be met by the grant requested, the manner in which the need would be met by the project or program proposed, the reasons which would indicate that the organization requesting the grant is the logical one to carry out the project, the qualifications of the staff leadership of the organization, a proposed budget for the project, proposed methods for evaluating the project, an indication as to how the program will be supported after the requested grant expires, and background information of the organization and its directors and officers. |
| Deadlines | By november 30 for consideration in the current year. |
| Restrictions | The wiseheart foundation is willing to provide financial assistance to other organizations sharing the same or similar charitable objectives, provided that such organizations are established for non-profit purposes and have been formally recognized by the internal revenue service as organizations described in section 501(c)(3) and further provided that such organizations are not private foundations within the meaning of "section 509(a) (2)." the wiseheart foundation does not make grants directly to individuals. Strong preference is given to organizations which carry out their religious or charitable activities within miami-dade county, Florida and grants are made to other organizations only in unusual circumstances. |
What Wiseheart Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 29 | $186,300 |
| New Jersey | 11 | $88,000 |
| New York | 2 | $23,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $7,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $3,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Plymouth Congregational Church | Charitable | $25,000 |
| First Presbyterian Church | Charitable | $22,500 |
| Care Elementary School Inc | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Cornell University | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Englewood Health Foundation | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Good Hope Equestrian Training Ctr | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Granada Presbyterian Church | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Key Life Network Inc | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Miami Lighthouse for the Blind | Charitable | $12,000 |
| Casa Familia | Charitable | $11,000 |
| Flat Rock Brook Nature Center | Charitable | $11,000 |
| Bergen Family Center | Charitable | $9,000 |
| The Elizabeth Morrow School | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Bergen Volunteer Center | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Coconut Grove Crisis Food Pantry in | Charitable | $5,800 |
| Agape Network | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Christchurch Miami | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Middlesex School | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Miami Rescue Mission | Charitable | $4,000 |
| The Community Chest of Englewood | Charitable | $4,000 |
| The Thelma Gibson Health Initiative | Charitable | $4,000 |
| University of Miami School of Law L | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Ann Storck Center Inc | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Coconut Grove Cares | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders USA | Charitable | $3,000 |
| First Presbyterian Pre-School & Kindergarten | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Glory House of Miami Inc | Charitable | $3,000 |
| New York Botanical Garden | Charitable | $3,000 |
| St Alban's Child Enrichment Center | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Sundari Foundation Inc D/B/A Lotus House Women's Shelter | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Dwight Englewood School | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Buddy System Mia Inc | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Childrens's Home Society of Florida | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Dana Hall School | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Ransom Everglades School | Charitable | $2,000 |
| University of Miami Card | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Englewood Historical Society | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Miami Youth for Christ | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Bascom Palmer Eye Institute | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Chapman Partnership | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Elizabeth W Joyce
- Carolyn Milne
- Michele R Wiseheart
- William R Wiseheart
- Elizabeth Em Milne
- Elizabeth J Magnusson
Questions people ask
Does Wiseheart Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: By november 30 for consideration in the current year.
How much does Wiseheart Foundation Inc give?
$310,300 in tax year 2025, across 48 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Wiseheart Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Elizabeth W Joyce (Secretary Tr), Carolyn Milne (President), Michele R Wiseheart (Vice Preside) and William R Wiseheart (Treasurer) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Wiseheart Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and health.