Private foundation · EIN 27-4256502 · Venice, Florida · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Sutton Family Foundation

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: 26 grants paid, $56K total, median $1,000. 4% of grants stayed in Florida.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2024
26
$56K
Median grant
$1,000
Stays in FL
4%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$1.0M

Grants paid in 2024

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

RecipientPurposeAmount
Ohio State University FoundationColumbus, OHRaises funds for the exclusive benefit of the ohio state university$12K
Phi Kappa Psi FoundationIndianapolis, INAid in college scholarships$10K
Plantation Community FoundationVenice, FLServes local non-profit agencies$5,203
Ottawa County Community FoundationPort Clinton, OHTo improve the lives of people in ottawa county$4,000
Resolve Infertility ClinicMcLean, VATo promote fertility$3,500
American Heart AssociationCleveland, OHTo assist in building healthier lives free of cardiovascular disease and stroke$2,500
Global GlimpseOakland, CAGlobal learning opportunities to high school$2,500
Bedford City School FoundationBedford, OHGeneral fund to support bedford schools$2,000
Family Advocacy CenterPort Clinton, OHSupport for families$1,800
University of Chicago Celiac DiseaseChicago, ILTo improve lives of people with celiac disease through awareness, education, & research$1,500
Bedford Historical SocietyCleveland, OHTo collect, preserve & interpret the history of bedford, bedford township & portions of the west res$1,000
Ddc ClinicMiddlefield, OHTo aid children with special needs$1,000
Holy Family HomeParma, OHHospice care$1,000
Hope for Kids GeaugaNovelty, OHTo raise awareness to improve the lives of abused, neglected and at risk children$1,000
Lake Erie FoundationLakeside, OHPreservation of lake erie$1,000
Shriners Hospital for Children Development OfficeErie, PATo provide the highest quality care to children with neuromusculoskeletal conditions, burn injuries and other special healthcare needs.$1,000
The Salvation ArmyCleveland, OHTo assist individuals on the down-and-out$1,000
Bistro 163Port Clinton, OHCommunity meals$600
Colins HopeAustin, TXWater safety and drowning prevention$500
Monterey AquariumMonterey, CASupport for acquarium that focuses on the marine habitats of monterey bay$500
Team ViacAustin, TXChildrens museum, hands on learning$500
Jewish Community Center PreschoolSanta Rosa, CAGerneral support$500
Lake Erie Nature and Science CenterBay Village, OHInteractive experience with animals$400
St Joseph Indian SchoolChamberlain, SDGeneral support$200
FIRST Baptist Church of BedfordBedford, OHGeneral support$200
American Cancer SocietyPheonix, AZTo find a cure for cancer$100

By state: Ohio 14 · Indiana 1 · Florida 1 · California 3 · Virginia 1 · Illinois 1

About this foundation

Sutton Family Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Venice, Florida, administered in care of Alan J Sutton, tax-exempt since 2011. 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 Sutton Family Foundation 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 Sutton Family Foundation give each year?

In tax year 2024 it paid $56K across 26 grants, a median of $1,000.

Where does Sutton Family Foundation give?

Ohio (14 grants), Indiana (1 grants), Florida (1 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.

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