The Father's Table Foundation
Accepts applications
The Father's Table Foundation is a private foundation in Cleveland, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $3.2 million in 63 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $330,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$3.2 million
- Number of grants63
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$330,000
- Assets$2.8 million
- New grantees65%
Giving in 2025 was up from $2.1 million the year before.
65% 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 | $513,500 | 38 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $2.1 million | 56 | $3.2 million |
| 2025 | $3.2 million | 63 | $2.8 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Dan Gilardi 2100 Country Club Road, Sanford, FL 32746 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (407) 324-1200, dgilardi@thefatherstable.com |
| What to submit | Purpose of the grant and proof of tax exempt status |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Father's Table Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 46 | $2.2 million |
| Maryland | 1 | $330,000 |
| Ohio | 5 | $281,250 |
| Virginia | 3 | $185,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $105,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $54,000 |
| New York | 1 | $18,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $15,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $8,145 |
| Indiana | 1 | $7,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Catholic Relief Services | General operating expenses | $330,000 |
| Recovery House of Central Florida Inc | General operating expenses | $220,000 |
| The Mercy Mission House | General operating expenses | $200,000 |
| Africa Windmill Project | General operating expenses | $187,668 |
| INUA Partners in Hope | General operating expenses | $150,000 |
| Christian HELP Foundation Inc | General operating expenses | $120,000 |
| African Missions for Christ | General operating expenses | $100,000 |
| Care Net | General operating expenses | $100,000 |
| Commission 127 Inc | General operating expenses | $100,000 |
| Florida Community Loan Fund | General operating expenses | $100,000 |
| Human Coalition | General operating expenses | $100,000 |
| IDignity Inc | General operating expenses | $100,000 |
| Love Missions Global | General operating expenses | $100,000 |
| Catholic Charities of Central Florida | General operating expenses | $92,708 |
| Children's Home Society of Florida | General operating expenses | $80,741 |
| Catholic Charities USA | General operating expenses | $80,000 |
| Compass | General operating expenses | $70,000 |
| Central Florida Home for Good | General operating expenses | $64,000 |
| Isle Go Missions Inc | General operating expenses | $63,550 |
| Malachi Center | General operating expenses | $55,000 |
| Order of St Camillus Foundation | General operating expenses | $54,000 |
| Diocese of Orlando | General operating expenses | $52,157 |
| First Step Shelter Inc | General operating expenses | $50,000 |
| Hope Helps Inc | General operating expenses | $50,000 |
| Impact Nations | General operating expenses | $50,000 |
| Rescue Outreach Mission of Central Florida | General operating expenses | $50,000 |
| Edyth Bush Institute (Rollins) | General operating expenses | $40,000 |
| Every Kid Outreach Inc | General operating expenses | $40,000 |
| Jobs Partnership of Florida | General operating expenses | $25,000 |
| Unity Youth Association | General operating expenses | $25,000 |
| Angel of Mercy Ministries Inc | General operating expenses | $20,000 |
| Central Florida Lions Youth Ministry | General operating expenses | $20,000 |
| Christian Sharing Center | General operating expenses | $20,000 |
| DG 85 Foundation Inc | General operating expenses | $20,000 |
| Foundation for SCPS | General operating expenses | $20,000 |
| Himalayan Youth Foundation | General operating expenses | $20,000 |
| Meals on Wheels of the Palm Beaches | General operating expenses | $20,000 |
| Mustard Seed | General operating expenses | $20,000 |
| Salty Family Services | General operating expenses | $20,000 |
| Lehman Catholic High School | General operating expenses | $19,250 |
Officers and trustees
- Pam Gilardi
- Daniel Gilardi
- Mike Frantz
- Christina Gilardi
- Mike Gilardi
- Mike Gilardi Jr
- Rick Slad
- Bob White
- Paul Rahill
- Luiz Silva
- Clint Cline
- John Schlater
- Kimberly Gilardi
Questions people ask
Does The Father's Table Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Father's Table Foundation give?
$3.2 million in tax year 2025, across 63 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Father's Table Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Pam Gilardi (Chairperson), Daniel Gilardi (President), Mike Frantz (Trustee) and Christina Gilardi (Secretary) among 13 officers and trustees.
What does The Father's Table Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, human services and international.