W E Cross Charitable Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyEstero, Florida · EIN 88-4177243 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$277K
Organizations funded44
Typical grant$4,000
Total assets$8.3M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $8,000.
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
59% of grants went outside Florida.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catholic Charities of Lee Hendry & Glades | Ft Myers, FL | For program services | $30,000 |
| Community Cooperative | Ft Myers, FL | For program services | $30,000 |
| Florida Rep Theatre | Ft Myers, FL | For program services | $18,000 |
| Interfaith Charities of South Lee | Ft Myers, FL | For program services | $15,000 |
| Meals on Wheels Lewes-Rehoboth | Lewes, DE | For program services | $15,000 |
| Montgomery College Foundation | Rockville, MD | For program services | $15,000 |
| Beebe Medical Foundation | Lewes, DE | For program services | $12,000 |
| Community Concerts Ft Myers | Ft Myers, FL | For program services | $10,000 |
| Naples Baker Senior Center | Naples, FL | For program services | $10,000 |
| Naples Players at Community Theatre | Naples, FL | For program services | $10,000 |
| St Matthews House | S Naples, FL | For program services | $10,000 |
| Holocaust Museum Florida | Naples, FL | For program services | $8,000 |
| Gaithersburg Soup Kitchen | Washington Grove, MD | For program services | $7,500 |
| Gulf Shore Opera | Estero, FL | For program services | $6,000 |
| Hebrew Home of Greater Washington | Rockville, MD | For program services | $6,000 |
| Naples Therapeutic Riding Center | Naples, FL | For program services | $6,000 |
| Clear Space Theatre | Rehoboth Beach, DE | For program services | $5,200 |
| 1925 Eagle Foundation | Rehoboth Beach, DE | For program services | $5,000 |
| American Vet Dogs | Smith Town, NY | For program services | $5,000 |
| Lake County Initiative | Kelseyville, CA | For program services | $5,000 |
| Nealsville Church | Germantown, MD | For program services | $5,000 |
| Brotherhood of the Jungle Cock | Elkridge, MD | For program services | $4,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | N Ft Myers, FL | For program services | $4,000 |
| Lake County Wine Alliance | Kelseyville, CA | For program services | $4,000 |
| Seaside Jewish Community | Rehoboth Beach, DE | For program services | $4,000 |
| University of Baltimore Foundation | Baltomore, MD | For program services | $4,000 |
| Veterans Airlift Command | Minneapolis, MN | For program services | $4,000 |
| St Vincent Depaul | Naples, FL | For program services | $3,000 |
| Hearts and Homes for Youth | Burtonsville, MD | For program services | $2,500 |
| Women Who Care Ministries | Montgomery Village, MD | For program services | $2,000 |
| Cape Henlopen Food Basket | Rehoboth Beach, DE | For program services | $1,500 |
| Children's Beach House | Lewes, DE | For program services | $1,500 |
| Blessings in a Back Pack | Ft Myers, FL | For program services | $1,000 |
| Collier Lee Honor Flights | Naples, FL | For program services | $1,000 |
| Guiding Eyes for the Blind | York Town Heights, NY | For program services | $1,000 |
| Lee County Sherriff's Youth Activities League | Ft Myers, FL | For program services | $1,000 |
| Makom Jewish Home for Kids | Rockville, MD | For program services | $1,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Staten Island, NY | For program services | $750 |
| Arts for the Aging | Naples, FL | For program services | $500 |
| Camp Rehoboth | Rehoboth Beach, DE | For program services | $500 |
| Center for the Arts Bonita Springs | Bonita Springs, FL | For program services | $500 |
| Fidos for Freedom | Laurel, MD | For program services | $500 |
| Poplar Springs | Poolesville, MD | For program services | $500 |
| Second Chance Wildlife Center | Gaithersburg, MD | For program services | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $276,950 | 44 |
| 2024 | $309,330 | 50 |
| 2023 | $296,650 | 51 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Aug 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202642259349100124
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 88-4177243
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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