Idelson Family Foundation Trust Dtd 7-1-11
Invitation OnlyFort Myers, Florida · EIN 45-2741117 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$103K
Organizations funded19
Typical grant$2,500
Total assets$2.1M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,500 and $10,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
26% of grants went outside Florida.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canterbury School | Fort Myers, FL | Charitable contribution | $25,000 |
| Congregation Bethel | LA Jolla, CA | Charitable contribution | $14,000 |
| Lee Bia | Fort Myers, FL | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| United Way | Ft Myers, FL | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| Home Front Heroes Inc | Fort Myers, FL | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| Chapters Health System | Tamps, FL | Charitable contribuition | $5,000 |
| Swfl Community Prayer Breakfast | Fort Myers, FL | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Lee & Charlotte Counties | Fort Myers, FL | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Childrens Advocacy Center | Fort Myers, FL | Charitable contribution | $3,240 |
| Jewish National Fund | New York, NY | Charitable contribution | $2,500 |
| Chabad of Cape Coral | Cape Coral, FL | Charitable contribution | $2,500 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House | Fort Myers, FL | Charitable contribution | $2,000 |
| Temple Beth Shalom | Sarasota, FL | Charitable contribution | $1,800 |
| Temple Beth El | Fort Myers, FL | Charitable contribution | $1,500 |
| Temple Judea | Fort Myers, FL | Charitable contribution | $1,500 |
| Alliance of the Arts | Fort Myers, FL | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| Rady Children's Hospital | San Diego, CA | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| Duke Gioblastoma & Brain Cancer Treatment Center | Durham, NC | Charitable conntribution | $1,000 |
| American Heart Association | Dallas, TX | Charitable contribution | $900 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $102,940 | 19 |
| 2024 | $93,750 | 7 |
| 2023 | $92,750 | 13 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Feb 17, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202620489349100702
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 45-2741117
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
Facts on this page come from the foundation's own IRS Form 990-PF filings as published by the IRS. Grantvello does not know whether a foundation is accepting proposals right now: a past grant is not an open opportunity. Always confirm current guidelines with the funder before applying.