Central Florida Foundation
Central Florida Foundation (CFF) is a community foundation based in Orlando, Florida, serving as the region's primary philanthropic institution. Established in 1994 and tax-exempt since August 1993, the organization specializes in high-impact philanthropy through innovative approaches, professional grantmaking services, and cross-sector collaborations. The foundation operates as a 501(c)(3) public charity and serves as a trusted convener and neutral facilitator for community initiatives.
Financial Overview
From 2025 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$104.2M
+5.6% YoY
Annual Giving
$4.0M
-57.6% YoY
Grant Count
154
+7.7% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$26K
-60.6% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Central Florida Foundation harnesses the power of philanthropy to transform the community by coordinating the commitment, investment, and action of philanthropists, nonprofits, and community partners. The foundation addresses critical community challenges including:
- Increasing access to attainable housing
- Creating safe, clean, resilient, and inclusive communities
- Ensuring equitable access to high-quality healthcare
- Promoting strong pathways to education
- Eradicating poverty and increasing economic opportunity
- Making Central Florida a safe and welcoming space for all
The foundation operates through "Thrive," its localized version of the Sustainable Development Goals, which serves as a blueprint for regional improvement.
Grantmaking
Central Florida Foundation administers multiple types of grants and funding opportunities:
Grant Types
How to Apply
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Central Florida Foundation primarily funds nonprofits in the Central Florida region, though grants have also been awarded to organizations in Ohio and New York. The foundation maintains a specific Winter Park Community Grants program for that locality.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2025:
- Total Assets: $104,193,356
- Total Revenue: $10,790,670
- Total Expenses: $7,113,372
- Total Giving: $4,591,090
As of 2024:
- Total Assets: $98.7M
- Total Revenue: $9.19M
- Total Expenses: $12.1M
- Total Liabilities: $2.69M
The foundation operates a donor-advised fund through which donors can direct the distribution or investment of funds.
| Metric | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $104,193,356 | $98,712,106 | $109,298,964 |
| Revenue | $10,790,670 | $9,187,304 | $14,130,780 |
| Expenses | $7,113,372 | $12,142,782 | $18,487,035 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $5,367,450 | $3,245,620 | $1,589,580 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
Grant Size Distribution
250 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
12 open opportunities from Central Florida Foundation
Alexander Lauder W. Adams Estate Fund
CENTRAL FLORIDA FOUNDATION
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Alpha Eagle Aviation and Science Foundation Fund
CENTRAL FLORIDA FOUNDATION
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Brede-Wilkins Scholarship Fund
CENTRAL FLORIDA FOUNDATION
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The foundation employs 11-12 staff members. Contact information includes lcrocker@cffound.org and phone number 407-872-3050.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
From 2025 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMANDA SEECHARAN | TREASURER (AS OF 05/2024) | 2 | — |
| JOHN MARTINEZ | VICE CHAIR | 2 | — |
| MARK BREWER | PRESIDENT/CEO | 50 | $219,122 |
| ROI EWELL | SECRETARY | 2 | — |
| WAYMON ARMSTRONG | CHAIR | 2 | — |
| ACHAL AGGARWAL | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| CARLOS CARBONELL | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| EDDIE FERNANDEZ | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| GITI KHALSA | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| IXCHELL DUARTE | BOARD MEMBER (AS OF 05/2024) | 1 | — |
| JORGE MARTINEZ | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| KARLA MUNIZ | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| KAY RAWLINS | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| PETER HILERA | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| REBECCA TRUE | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| SHARI DINGLE COSTANTINI | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| STEFANIE STEELE | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| TANYA EASTERLING | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| MEGHAN WARRICK | EVP/CFO | 40 | $134,446 |
| ELIZABETH GORDON | CONTROLLER | 45 | $100,688 |
| NICOLE DONELSON | VICE PRESIDENT OF PHILANTHROPY | 45 | $137,746 |
| SANDI VIDAL | VP OF COMMUNITY STRATEGIES | 45 | $126,209 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
**2026 Maternal Health Initiative:** 100 Women Strong announced its 2026 grantee addressing maternal health disparities
100 Women Strong Announces Its 2026 Grantee Addressing Maternal Health Disparities**Video Grant Applications:** Central Florida Foundation offered video grant applications for the first time, investing $50,000 into 10 local grassroots nonprofits
28 Local Nonprofits Awarded $1.5 Million In Grants From Austin Russell And\**2025 Winter Park Community Grants:** Announced grant awards for Winter Park-focused initiatives
2025 Winter Park Community Grants Announced | Central Florida ...**October Commitment Grants:** 28 local nonprofits received $1.5 million in grants through Austin Russell and Central Florida Foundation's October Commitment
28 Local Nonprofits Awarded $1.5 Million In Grants From Austin Russell And\Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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