Ashbritt Foundation Inc
Ashbritt Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Deerfield Beach, Florida. It is the philanthropic arm of the AshBritt organization and supports disaster-impacted communities, vocational schools and technical training, youth education, and mental health.
Ashbritt Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: Ashbritt Foundation Inc gave $2.1M across 29 grants in 2024 (avg $74K), mostly in Florida. 72% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $2,146,950
- +45.1% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 29
- -38.3% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $74,033
- +135.2% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $3,850
- Total assets
- $1,430,288
- -59.7% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 72% first-time grantees (21 of 29, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Florida (71% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Ashbritt Foundation Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- Contact
Mailing address: 565 E Hillsboro Blvd, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441
Phone: (954) 545-3535
Website: https://ashbritt.com
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Ashbritt Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was University of Miami ($1.0M). Together the top 10 received $2.1M.
Grant Size Distribution
150 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 127 grants of 150 (85%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, grant dollars went primarily to organizations in Florida (71%), followed by Georgia (16%), Tennessee (12%), Texas (1%), and Washington, DC (0%, as reported). The foundation also describes its support as serving communities where AshBritt works, including communities affected by disasters.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 29 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Ashbritt Foundation Inc open to new grantees?
72%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 21 of 29 grantees (72%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $58K; repeat grants $115K. How we count
Medians: $2K first-time, $125K repeat.
- 14% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 171% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2019–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2019 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $584K (2022) to $2.1M (2024). In 2024 it made 29 grants totaling $2.1M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Miami Coral Gables, FL | Charitable | $1,000,000 |
| Naples Children and Education Found Naples, FL | Charitable | $260,000 |
| Broken Shackle Ranch Davisboro, GA | Charitable | $200,000 |
| Bret Boyer Foundation Nashville, TN | Charitable | $150,000 |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of America Atlanta, GA | Charitable | $150,000 |
| Overtown Youth Center Miami, FL | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Community Foundation of Middle Tenn Nashville, TN | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Lauren's Kids Aventura, FL | Charitable | $75,250 |
| Best Budies International Miami, FL | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Equal Justice Works Washington, DC | Charitable | $10,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,430,288 | $35,378 | $2,151,950 | $2,146,950 | 29 | $2,146,950 | $122,562 |
| 2023 | $3,546,860 | $4,916,920 | $1,498,187 | $1,479,443 | 47 | $1,493,687 | $90,497 |
| 2022 | $128,127 | $749,000 | $621,127 | $584,300 | 27 | $617,127 | $3,161 |
| 2021 | $254 | $671,000 | $794,808 | $791,308 | 35 | $791,308 | $3,061 |
| 2020 | $124,062 | $820,000 | $724,175 | $720,675 | 12 | — | $3,750 |
| 2019 | $28,237 | $589,500 | $688,091 | $684,591 | 16 | — | $3,818 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Ashbritt Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $123K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation identifies four areas of support: disaster-impacted communities; vocational schools and technical training; youth education, including opportunities to learn about disaster response and recovery and STEM learning; and mental health resources and initiatives.
Its 2024 grants included organizations working in youth services, education, vocational training, and community support. For example, Naples Children and Education Foundation says it invests in programs to improve education and healthcare for vulnerable children in Collier County. Broken Shackle Ranch describes its work as providing educational, vocational, and life-skills training to boys in the juvenile detention system. Overtown Youth Center says it aims to inspire and empower youth and families through enrichment services.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation awarded 29 grants totaling $2,146,950. Grants ranged from $450 to $1,000,000, with a median grant of $3,850. The largest awards included $1,000,000 to the University of Miami, $260,000 to Naples Children and Education Foundation, and $200,000 to Broken Shackle Ranch. Other notable grants were $150,000 each to Bret Boyer Foundation and Boys and Girls Clubs of America, and $100,000 each to Overtown Youth Center and Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee.
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Brittany Perkins is listed as a director on the 2024 filing.
Ashbritt Foundation Inc is led by Brittany Perkins, Director on every filing since 2019 — the only officer listed, and uncompensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Brittany Perkins
Director
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Randal Perkins (2019–2023) — President
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Ashbritt Foundation Inc
How much does Ashbritt Foundation Inc give each year?
Ashbritt Foundation Inc gave $2.1M across 29 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $1.5M across 47 grants.
What is Ashbritt Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
Ashbritt Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $3,850, and its average grant was $74,033, across 29 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Ashbritt Foundation Inc that year got $58K on average.
Where does Ashbritt Foundation Inc give grants?
Ashbritt Foundation Inc gives mostly in Florida: 71% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were Georgia (16%) and Tennessee (12%). The most frequent recipient cities were Miami, FL (3 grants), Tallahassee, FL (3 grants), Nashville, TN (2 grants) and Houston, TX (2 grants).
Does Ashbritt Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 29 grants with a stated purpose on Ashbritt Foundation Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Charitable" (28 grants).
Who are Ashbritt Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
Ashbritt Foundation Inc's largest 2024 grantees include University of Miami ($1,000,000), Naples Children and Education Found ($260,000) and Broken Shackle Ranch ($200,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 68% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Ashbritt Foundation Inc?
Ashbritt Foundation Inc reported $1.4M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $2.1M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $123K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Ashbritt Foundation Inc fund?
The foundation identifies four areas of support: disaster-impacted communities; vocational schools and technical training; youth education, including opportunities to learn about disaster response and recovery and STEM learning; and mental health resources and initiatives. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Ashbritt Foundation Inc?
Ashbritt Foundation Inc does not accept unsolicited proposals, according to Grantable's research on its published guidelines. Check ashbritt.com for any change to that policy.
What is Ashbritt Foundation Inc's EIN?
Ashbritt Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 47-1321347. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2024.
Does Ashbritt Foundation Inc accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(7)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS January 30, 2020)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS February 10, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS January 31, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS February 1, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS January 22, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS April 30, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2019–2024
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Grantable. (2026). Ashbritt Foundation Inc funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 14, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/ashbritt-foundation-inc-morg_32f369ccba75495ba3b7074802b9a64d
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