Chris T Sullivan Foundation Inc
Chris T Sullivan Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Tampa, Florida. Founded in 2004, it supports efforts addressing challenges facing families through education and effective mental health treatment.
Chris T Sullivan Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: Chris T Sullivan Foundation Inc gave $897K across 31 grants in 2024 (avg $29K), mostly in Florida. 26% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $896,998
- -9.6% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 31
- +3.3% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $28,935
- -12.5% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Total assets
- $7,656,491
- +5.5% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 26% first-time grantees (8 of 31, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Florida (74% 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 Chris T Sullivan Foundation Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations.
- Contact
Mailing address: 1511 N Westshore Blvd Suite 750, Tampa, FL 33607
Phone: (813) 321-7781
Website: https://ctsfoundation.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Chris T Sullivan Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Bullard Family Foundation Inc ($250K). Together the top 10 received $731K.
Grant Size Distribution
161 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 132 grants of 161 (82%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 74% of grant dollars went to recipients in Florida, 18% to Virginia, 3% to Colorado, 2% to Pennsylvania, and 2% to New York. The filing lists grant recipients in Florida, Virginia, Colorado, and Pennsylvania among the foundation’s largest awards.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 31 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Chris T Sullivan Foundation Inc open to new grantees?
26%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 8 of 31 grantees (26%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $46K; repeat grants $23K. How we count
Medians: $6K first-time, $10K repeat.
- 55% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (+16%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out 259% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). 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 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $519K (2020) to $1.4M (2022). In 2024 it made 31 grants totaling $897K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bullard Family Foundation Inc Lutz, FL | To help serve families and children in struggling communities | $250,000 |
| Horatio Alger Association Alexandria, VA | Support for Need Based Scholarships | $165,290 |
| Arise Alliance Institute Tampa, FL | To support accelerated resolution therapy for those who suffer from pts and other psychological traumas | $67,500 |
| Elevate Tampa Bay Inc Tampa, FL | To support building long-term, life-changing relationships with urban youth, equipping them to thrive and contribute to their community. | $50,000 |
| Think Big for Kids Inc Lakeland, FL | To Help Underprivileged Kids Discover Their Career Path | $50,000 |
| Academy Prep Tampa, FL | To inspire and empower students qualifying for need-based scholarships to become leaders | $40,000 |
| Starting Right Now Tampa, FL | To Aid Homeless Unaccompanied Youth | $35,000 |
| The First Tee of Tampa Bay Tampa, FL | To Empower Kids and Teens Through Golf | $28,000 |
| The Phoenix Denver, CO | To support activities for persons recovering from substance abuse | $25,000 |
| Rebekah's Angels Foundation Mount Dora, FL | To provide mental health and treatment to children and families suffering from trauma | $20,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7,656,491 | $1,078,404 | $1,020,923 | $896,998 | 31 | $939,361 | $496,436 | $363,181 |
| 2023 | $7,253,926 | $2,088,796 | $1,290,853 | $992,630 | 30 | $1,149,290 | $246,703 | $369,056 |
| 2022 | $7,668,427 | $443,801 | $1,664,264 | $1,433,195 | 31 | $1,526,924 | $334,008 | $356,839 |
| 2021 | $7,379,655 | $4,641,578 | $989,284 | $772,556 | 34 | $941,611 | $4,465,165 | $339,327 |
| 2020 | $3,558,494 | $221,200 | $772,143 | $518,785 | 35 | — | $202,467 | $276,128 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Chris T Sullivan Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $363K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s stated mission is to support efforts addressing challenges facing families through education and effective mental health treatment. Its 2024 grants included support for scholarships, youth programs, mental health and trauma treatment, and other charitable activities.
Grantees’ own descriptions illustrate the range of work supported. Bullard Family Foundation says it provides programs and resources for families and children to help build character and improve community outcomes. Think Big for Kids describes career opportunities, mentorship, and job-readiness training for middle and high school students. Starting Right Now says it works to stop youth homelessness through continued education and active mentoring. ARISE Alliance Institute describes a commitment to mental wellness through research, clinician training and education, and access to therapeutic systems.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2024, the foundation reported 31 grants totaling $896,998. Grant amounts ranged from $1,951 to $250,000, with a median of $10,000.
Among the largest 2024 grants were $250,000 to Bullard Family Foundation, for work serving families and children in struggling communities; $165,290 to Horatio Alger Association, for need-based scholarships; and $67,500 to ARISE Alliance Institute, to support accelerated resolution therapy for people experiencing PTSD and other psychological traumas. Other notable grants included $50,000 each to Elevate Tampa Bay and Think Big for Kids, and $40,000 to Academy Prep.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Chris T. Sullivan as president and director and Alexander L. Sullivan as vice president and director. The foundation’s website identifies Chris T. Sullivan as its founder and president and Alex Sullivan as vice president.
Chris T Sullivan Foundation Inc is led by Chris T. Sullivan, President & Director on every filing since 2020; none of the 2 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Chris T. Sullivan
President & Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Alexander L. Sullivan
Vice President & Director
On filings since 2020
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Ashley M. Sullivan (2020–2023) — Secretary & Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "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 Chris T Sullivan Foundation Inc
How much does Chris T Sullivan Foundation Inc give each year?
Chris T Sullivan Foundation Inc gave $897K across 31 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $993K across 30 grants.
What is Chris T Sullivan Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
Chris T Sullivan Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $10,000, and its average grant was $28,935, across 31 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Chris T Sullivan Foundation Inc that year got $46K on average.
Where does Chris T Sullivan Foundation Inc give grants?
Chris T Sullivan Foundation Inc gives mostly in Florida: 74% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Virginia (18%). The most frequent recipient cities were Tampa, FL (15 grants) and Clearwater, FL (2 grants).
Does Chris T Sullivan Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 31 grants with a stated purpose on Chris T Sullivan Foundation Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support.
Who are Chris T Sullivan Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
Chris T Sullivan Foundation Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Bullard Family Foundation Inc ($250,000), Horatio Alger Association ($165,290) and Arise Alliance Institute ($67,500), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 54% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Chris T Sullivan Foundation Inc?
Chris T Sullivan Foundation Inc reported $7.7M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $939K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $363K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Chris T Sullivan Foundation Inc fund?
The foundation’s stated mission is to support efforts addressing challenges facing families through education and effective mental health treatment. Its 2024 grants included support for scholarships, youth programs, mental health and trauma treatment, and other charitable activities. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Chris T Sullivan Foundation Inc?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Chris T Sullivan Foundation Inc's EIN?
Chris T Sullivan Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 59-3773382. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Chris T Sullivan 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 October 2026.
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- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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