Ideal Foundation
Accepts applications
Ideal Foundation is a private foundation in Clearfield, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $195,580 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $32,930. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$195,580
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$32,930
- Assets$0
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2024 was down from $227,270 the year before.
28% of its 2024 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 | $227,270 | 27 | $2.9 million |
| 2024 | $195,580 | 25 | $0 |
How to apply
| Contact | The Ideal Foundation 240 S Pineapple Avenue Suite 200, Sarasota, FL 34236 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (941) 365-3745, michelle.cross@marinerwealthadvisors.com |
| What to submit | Any legible form - name and address included |
What Ideal Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 11 | $89,830 |
| Pennsylvania | 6 | $49,750 |
| New York | 3 | $31,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $15,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $3,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Friends of English Orchestra | Donation | $32,930 |
| Playhouse Artists | Donation | $25,000 |
| Marie Selby Botanical Gardens | Donation | $20,500 |
| Russell Sage Colleges | Donation | $20,000 |
| Invisible Theatre | Donation | $15,000 |
| Grace Methodist Church | Donation | $11,500 |
| St Peters United Church | Donation | $11,500 |
| Planned Parenthood of SW Cen FL | Donation | $10,000 |
| Am Friends of London Philharmonic Orche | Donation | $10,000 |
| Library Foundation for Sarasota County | Donation | $10,000 |
| On File w Community Fndn of Sarasot | Donation | $8,000 |
| The Watertower Theatre | Donation | $5,000 |
| Bureau County Historical Museum | Donation | $3,000 |
| WEDU Broadcasters Circle | Donation | $2,500 |
| Historical Society of Sarasota Coun | Donation | $1,500 |
| Sarasota Memorial Healthcare Fd | Donation | $1,500 |
| Fishermans Mark Social Services | Donation | $1,500 |
| John Mable Ringling Museum of Art | Donation | $1,400 |
| Children First | Donation | $1,000 |
| Russian Orthodox Cathedral | Donation | $1,000 |
| Oscar Hammerstein Museum | Donation | $1,000 |
| Ringling College of Art Design | Donation | $500 |
| Child USA | Donation | $500 |
| Lupus Foundation of America Inc | Donation | $500 |
| Bucks County Audubon Society | Donation | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- John W Bean
- A Alexandra Jupin
- Tara Clifford
Questions people ask
Does Ideal Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Ideal Foundation give?
$195,580 in tax year 2024, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Ideal Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John W Bean (Trustee), A Alexandra Jupin (Trustee) and Tara Clifford (Trustee).
What does Ideal Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and faith communities.