The John C Kulis Charitable Foundation
Historical FunderNaples, Florida · EIN 46-3167114 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $100 and $2,025.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | THE JOHN C KULIS FOUNDATION |
|---|---|
| Address | 4915 RATTLESNAKE HAMMOCK RD 298, NAPLES FL 34113 |
| Phone | 4142554497 |
| SETH@KULISFOUNDATION.COM | |
| Form and materials | CHURCHES AND/OR OTHER ORGANIZATIONS MUST SUBMIT A GRANT PROPOSAL WHICH MUST INCLUDE:(I)NAME AND ADDRESS OF THE ORGANIZATION; (II)CONFIRMATION OF 501(C)(3)TAX EXEMPT STATUS, OR IN THE CASE OF A CHURCH, CONFIRMATION OF HIERARCHICAL AFFILIATION WITH A CHURCH THAT HAS CONFIRMED 501(C)(3)STATUS; (III) AN ORGANIZATION SUMMARY WITH A SHORT STATEMENT OF THE PURPOSE, SIZE AND HISTORY OF THE ORGANIZATION; (V) A DETAILED BUDGET THAT IDENTIFIES THE PROJECTED INCOME AND EXPENSE OF THE ORGANIZATION; (VI) A PROPOSAL THAT DESCRIBES THE PROGRAM. ALL GRANT PROPOSALS MUST BE SIGNED BY TWO OF THE FOLLOWING: THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, AND/OR THE BOARD CHAIRMAN OF THE ORGANIZATION. THE ORGANIZATION MUST FURTHER CERTIFY THAT IT HAS TAX EXEMPT STATUS UNDER SECTION 501(C)(3) OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE AND THAT IT IS NOT CLASSIFIED AS A PRIVATE FOUNDATION AS DEFINED IN SECTION 509(A) OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE. GRANT PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS MAY BE MODIFIED SLIGHTLY TO ACCOMODATE UNIQ |
| Deadlines | IN 2024 REQUESTS/APPLICATIONS FOR GRANTS WERE ACCEPTED ON A ROLLING BASIS. NO DEADLINES WERE IMPOSED |
| Restrictions | ORGANIZATIONS AND GRANT PROJECTS MUST ALIGN WITH THE FOUNDATION'S CHARITABLE PURPOSE. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
100% of grants went outside Florida.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guardian Angel Orthodox Day School | Des Plaines, IL | Education | $2,025 |
| Trinity Lutheran Church | Villa Park, IL | Education | $1,000 |
| Hillsdale College | Hillsdale, MI | Education | $100 |
The return also lists 1 grant to individuals ($3,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,125 | 4 |
| 2023 | $3,000 | 1 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 7, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533119349101728
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 46-3167114
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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