Private foundation · EIN 26-1719943 · Punta Gorda, Florida · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Hoffer Family Foundation Inc

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2024 Form 990-PF: 16 grants paid, $47K total, median $1,875. 94% of grants stayed in Florida.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2024
16
$47K
Median grant
$1,875
Stays in FL
94%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$1.5M

Grants paid in 2024

16 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
Harry Chapin Food BnakFort Meyers, FLProvide food for hungry in sw florida$15K
Boys Girls ClubPoint Charlotte, FLProvide after school programs$7,000
Virginia B Andes ClinicPoint Charlotte, FLProvide medical svcs for the needy$5,850
Animal Welfare LeaguePoint Charlotte, FLProvide welfare for homeless animals$4,000
Ya Ya Girlsbackpack for KidsLouisville, KYProvide assistance for kids in need$3,250
Swfl SpayPort Chalotte, FLProvide medical care for animals$2,900
Peace River Botanical Sculpture GarPunta Gorda, FLInspire creativity through the community$2,500
Gulf Coast Humane SocietyFort Myers, FLAnimal sanctuary$2,250
Fred Lang FoundationPunta Gorda, FLProvides suicide education, prevention & intervention programs$1,500
Kiwanis Club of Punta GordaPunta Gorda, FLServing childrens needs$1,000
Punta Gorda Aminal HospitalPunta Gorda, FLProvide medical care for animals$769
Animal Medical HospitalLehigh Acres, FLProvide medical care for animals$500
Tampa Bay ClinicTampa, FLProvide medical care for animals$356
Elenton Animal HospitalParrish, FLProvide medical care for animals$254
Visual Arts CenterPunta Gorda, FLHelps perpetuate the arts in the community$250
Viscaya Prado Vet HospitalCape Coral, FLProvide medical care for animals$60

By state: Florida 15 · Kentucky 1

About this foundation

Hoffer Family Foundation Inc is a private grantmaking foundation in Punta Gorda, Florida, administered in care of Diane Hoffer, tax-exempt since 2008. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

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Does Hoffer Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?

No. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does Hoffer Family Foundation Inc give each year?

In tax year 2024 it paid $47K across 16 grants, a median of $1,875.

Where does Hoffer Family Foundation Inc give?

Florida (15 grants), Kentucky (1 grants), per its latest filing.

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