Debartolo Family Foundation Inc
DeBartolo Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Tampa, Florida. Founded in 2001, it says it is committed to improving the lives of Tampa Bay’s most underserved populations through educational scholarships, support for grassroots organizations, and financial assistance programs.
Debartolo Family Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: Debartolo Family Foundation Inc gave $1.2M across 248 grants in 2026 (avg $5K), mostly in Florida. 43% of 2026 grantees were new. Source: 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2026)
- $1,196,030
- +31.9% vs 2025
- Grants made (2026)
- 248
- +21.0% vs 2025
- Average grant
- $4,823
- +9.0% vs 2025
- Median grant
- $3,000
- Total assets
- $7,308,222
- -5.9% vs 2025
- New grantees (estimate)
- 43% first-time grantees (91 of 212, 2026)
- Primary geography
- Florida (86% of itemized 2026 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2026; updated November 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Debartolo Family Foundation Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- Yes
- How to Apply
-
The foundation accepts unsolicited requests. Submit the requested information to the foundation manager; the foundation will contact interested organizations about a full proposal.
- Review Cycle
- No deadline for grants; scholarship applications are due April 1, according to the 2024 filing.
- Deadline
- No deadline for grants; scholarship applications are due April 1, according to the 2024 filing.
- Contact
Application contact: Judy Bragdon
Mailing address: 3820 Northdale Blvd Ste 100B, Tampa, FL 33624
Phone: (813) 964-8302
Website: https://debartolofamilyfoundation.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Open Grants
2 open opportunities from Debartolo Family Foundation Inc
Who Debartolo Family Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2026
The largest 2026 recipient was Woodbridge Elementary School ($39K). Together the top 10 received $269K.
Organizations only. It also paid 36 individual scholarships ($98,000), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
892 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 889 grants of 892 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation describes its mission and community grantmaking as focused on Tampa Bay. Its 2024 filing states a Tampa Bay area restriction. In 2025, 90% of grant dollars went to recipients in Florida, 2% to Tennessee, and 1% each to Texas, New York, and Maryland.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2026 grant dollars across all 248 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Debartolo Family Foundation Inc open to new grantees?
43%
first-time grantees, 2026
In 2026, 91 of 212 grantees (43%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $5K; repeat grants $6K. How we count
Medians: $5K first-time, $5K repeat.
- 39% of 2026 grantees were also funded in 2025. Method
- Giving grew 153% from 2023 to 2026. Method
- In 2026 it paid out 247% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2021–2026). 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 2021 to 2026, annual grant giving ranged from $472K (2023) to $1.4M (2021). In 2026 it made 248 grants totaling $1.2M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Woodbridge Elementary School Tampa, FL | Program Services | $39,234 |
| Jolly Tails Animal Sanctuary Seffner, FL | Program Services | $36,250 |
| Pierce Middle School Tampa, FL | Program Services | $30,575 |
| Gary Sinise Foundation Franklin, TN | Program Services | $30,000 |
| Children's Network of Hillsborough Tampa, FL | Program Services | $25,000 |
| Frankie's Friends Tampa, FL | Program Services | $25,000 |
| Our Children Have Rights Org Inc Clearwater, FL | Program Services | $25,000 |
| The Skills Center Tampa, FL | Program Services | $25,000 |
| Children's Cancer Center Tampa, FL | Program Services | $17,500 |
| Jewish Educational Loan Fund Sandy Springs, GA | Program Services | $15,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $7,308,222 | $1,023,549 | $1,479,266 | $1,196,030 | 248 | $1,354,996 | $145,053 | $548,432 |
| 2025 | $7,762,883 | $1,059,708 | $1,190,417 | $906,925 | 205 | $906,925 | $283,822 | $515,097 |
| 2024 | $7,893,592 | $1,012,253 | $1,184,542 | $917,993 | 196 | $917,993 | $168,921 | $460,075 |
| 2023 | $8,065,881 | $5,616,863 | $683,389 | $472,238 | 121 | $472,238 | $21,381 | $218,173 |
| 2022 | $3,132,468 | $882,628 | $736,208 | $532,525 | 122 | $532,525 | $178,539 | $230,937 |
| 2021 | $2,980,378 | $2,087,951 | $1,624,062 | $1,412,150 | 99 | — | $231,785 | $173,536 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Debartolo Family Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $548K for 2026 — 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’s stated mission is to improve the lives of underserved people in the Tampa Bay area. Its programs include scholarships, teacher and school support, community grants, and the Spirit of Humanity Award, which recognizes local nonprofit organizations. The foundation says the award provides $25,000 three times annually.
Its 2025 grants included organizations working in several areas. For example, Frankie’s Friends’ mission is to find cures and save pets with cancer and other life-threatening diseases. Frameworks of Tampa Bay says it equips children with skills to become kind, collaborative, and capable citizens. Children’s Cancer Center says it provides emotional, financial, and educational support to families of children with cancer or chronic blood disorders. Starting Right Now describes its work as addressing youth homelessness through continued education and mentoring.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2025, the foundation reported 205 grants totaling $906,925. Grants ranged from $250 to $26,000, with a median grant of $2,500. The largest awards included $26,000 to Frankie’s Friends; $25,000 each to A Kid’s Place, Frameworks of Tampa Bay, Hillsborough House of Hope, and Project Focus Foundation; and $20,000 to Crisis Center of Tampa Bay. The filing listed program services as the purpose for these grants. Its 2026 filing, the latest on this page, reports 248 grants totaling $1.2 million.
The foundation’s website invites organizations to submit funding requests. Applicants are asked to provide a mission statement, the amount requested, and a short description of how the funds would be used. Only program-related requests are accepted. The foundation says it will contact organizations if it wants a full proposal. Its application guidance also lists proof of 501(c)(3) status, audited financial statements, and the most recent year’s Form 990 as required materials. The 2024 filing describes the application material as a scholarship or grant application form and states that funds must be used for programs, not administrative costs.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Edward J. DeBartolo as president; Cynthia R. DeBartolo, Lisa Marie DeBartolo, Tiffanie L. DeBartolo, and Nicole A. DeBartolo as vice presidents; James D. Palermo as secretary; and David S. Mallitz as treasurer. The foundation’s application materials identify Judy Bragdon as foundation manager.
Debartolo Family Foundation Inc is led by Edward J. Debartolo, President on every filing since 2021; none of the 7 officers listed in 2026 report compensation.
Officers on the 2026 filing
Edward J. Debartolo
President
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Cynthia R. Debartolo
Vice President
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
David S. Mallitz
Treasurer
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
James D. Palermo
Secretary
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Lisa Marie Debartolo
Vice President
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Nicole A. Debartolo
Vice President
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Tiffanie L. Debartolo
Vice President
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2026. "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 Debartolo Family Foundation Inc
How much does Debartolo Family Foundation Inc give each year?
Debartolo Family Foundation Inc gave $1.2M across 248 grants in 2026, according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2025 it gave $907K across 205 grants.
What is Debartolo Family Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
Debartolo Family Foundation Inc's median grant in 2026 was $3,000, and its average grant was $4,823, across 248 grants on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Debartolo Family Foundation Inc that year got $5K on average.
Where does Debartolo Family Foundation Inc give grants?
Debartolo Family Foundation Inc gives mostly in Florida: 86% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Tampa, FL (76 grants), Clearwater, FL (15 grants), St Petersburg, FL (10 grants) and Nashville, TN (6 grants).
Does Debartolo Family Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2026: none of the 248 grants with a stated purpose on Debartolo Family Foundation Inc's 2026 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Program Services" (212 grants) and "Scholarship" (36 grants).
Who are Debartolo Family Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
Debartolo Family Foundation Inc's largest 2026 grantees include Woodbridge Elementary School ($39,234), Jolly Tails Animal Sanctuary ($36,250) and Pierce Middle School ($30,575), according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. It also paid 36 individual scholarships ($98,000), which are not listed by name. Together they received 9% of its itemized 2026 grant dollars.
How large is Debartolo Family Foundation Inc?
Debartolo Family Foundation Inc reported $7.3M in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $1.4M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $548K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Debartolo Family Foundation Inc fund?
The foundation’s stated mission is to improve the lives of underserved people in the Tampa Bay area. Its programs include scholarships, teacher and school support, community grants, and the Spirit of Humanity Award, which recognizes local nonprofit organizations. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Debartolo Family Foundation Inc?
The foundation accepts unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Debartolo Family Foundation Inc's EIN?
Debartolo Family Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 31-1739677. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2026.
Does Debartolo Family Foundation Inc accept unsolicited proposals?
Yes, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated November 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 2021 (received by the IRS September 9, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS August 22, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS September 7, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS September 12, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS August 28, 2025)
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS September 12, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2025
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