Rita B Lamere Memorial Foundation
Invitation OnlySarasota, Florida · EIN 30-6209352 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$135K
Organizations funded8
Typical grant$15,000
Total assets$3.7M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $25,000.
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
25% of grants went outside Florida.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Faiths Food Bank | Sarasota, FL | General fund | $25,000 |
| The Myositis Association | Columbia, MD | General fund | $25,000 |
| Mothers Helping Mothers | Sarasota, FL | General fund | $25,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Oklahoma City, OK | General fund | $15,000 |
| Big Waters Land Trust | Osprey, FL | General fund | $15,000 |
| Mote Marine Laboratory | Sarasota, FL | General fund | $10,000 |
| State College of Florida Foundation | Bradenton, FL | Nursing | $10,000 |
| Suncoast Charities for Children | Sarasota, FL | General fund | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $135,000 | 8 |
| 2024 | $30,500 | 2 |
| 2023 | $164,320 | 8 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 11, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631319349101878
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 30-6209352
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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