Mary E Dooner Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyNaples, Florida · EIN 65-0390318 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$862K
Organizations funded40
Typical grant$20,000
Total assets$12.4M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $12,000 and $24,000.
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
40% of grants went outside Florida.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fl Gulf Coast Univ | Ft Myers, FL | Contribution | $75,000 |
| Neighborhood Health Clinic | Naples, FL | Contribution | $48,000 |
| Feeding Avery Families | Banner Elk, NC | Contribution | $40,000 |
| Collier Harvest | Naples, FL | Contribution | $40,000 |
| Champions for Learning | Naples, FL | Contribution | $32,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Americus, GA | Contribution | $32,000 |
| Shelter Abused Women | Naples, FL | Contribution | $32,000 |
| Bonnie L Hayes Small Animal Shelter | Hillsboro, OR | Contribution | $24,000 |
| Home Base Program | Boston, MA | Contribution | $24,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity - Naples | Naples, FL | Contribution | $24,000 |
| Cancer Alliance of Naples | Naples, FL | Contribution | $24,000 |
| Harry Chapin Food Bank | Ft Myers, FL | Contribution | $24,000 |
| Humane Society of Naples | Naples, FL | Contribution | $24,000 |
| Humane Society of Avery County | Newland, NC | Contribution | $24,000 |
| Community School Foundation | Naples, FL | Contribution | $24,000 |
| Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife Inc | Sanibel, FL | Contribution | $24,000 |
| St Matthew's House | Naples, FL | Contribution | $24,000 |
| Wee Waggin Rescur Inc | Bonita Springs, FL | Contribution | $24,000 |
| Youth Haven | Naples, FL | Contribution | $24,000 |
| Greater Naples YMCA | Naples, FL | Contribution | $24,000 |
| YMCA of Avery | Linville, NC | Contribution | $20,000 |
| Pacific Community Health | Newport, OR | Contribution | $20,000 |
| Save the Whales | N Fairfax Dr, VA | Contribution | $20,000 |
| Golisano Children's Hospital of Sw Fl | Fort Myers, FL | Contribution | $18,000 |
| Captains for Clean Water | Fort Myers, FL | Contribution | $16,000 |
| Portland Rescue Mission | Portland, OR | Contribution | $16,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club | Naples, FL | Contribution | $15,000 |
| Appalachian Regional Health Foundation | Boone, NC | Contribution | $12,000 |
| Children Advocacy Ctr | Newport, OR | Contribution | $12,000 |
| Make a Wish Foundation | Bonita Springs, FL | Contribution | $12,000 |
| New Media Learning | San Rafael, CA | Contribution | $12,000 |
| The Alzheimer's Foundation | New York, NY | Contribution | $12,000 |
| Health Care Network | Immokalee, FL | Contribution | $12,000 |
| Saving Grace Pet Food Bank | Naples, FL | Contribution | $8,000 |
| Liberty Youth Ranch | Naples, FL | Contribution | $8,000 |
| Linville Central Rescue | Newland, NC | Contribution | $8,000 |
| Baby Basics of Collier Cty | Naples, FL | Contribution | $8,000 |
| Youth Right & Justice Organization | Portland, OR | Contribution | $8,000 |
| Polk Equine Emergency Rescue | Tryon, NC | Contribtuion | $8,000 |
| Naples Preschool of the Arts | Naples, FL | Contribution | $6,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $862,000 | 40 |
| 2024 | $939,000 | 44 |
| 2023 | $915,000 | 56 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 23, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641139349101209
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 65-0390318
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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