Extraordinary Charities Inc
Extraordinary Charities Inc is a private foundation based in West Palm Beach, Florida. It supports small Palm Beach County nonprofits through grants and through programs that provide nonprofit organizations with education, networking, consulting, and shared workspace.
Extraordinary Charities Inc at a glance
In short: Extraordinary Charities Inc gave $847K across 22 grants in 2024 (avg $38K), mostly in Florida. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $846,907
- Grants made (2024)
- 22
- Average grant
- $38,496
- Median grant
- $38,289
- Total assets
- $152,058
- -84.7% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Florida (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Extraordinary Charities Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Separately, inclusion in its Nonprofit Network is by application and review by a committee of board members and interested community members. Network applicants must have operated for at least three years, have an annual budget under $3 million, and file a full Form 990 with a Palm Beach County address.
- Contact
Mailing address: 2635 Old Okeechobee Road, West Palm Beach, FL 33409
Phone: (561) 366-7032
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Extraordinary Charities Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Sea Turtle Adventures Incorporated ($77K). Together the top 10 received $425K.
Grant Size Distribution
89 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 88 grants of 89 (99%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
All reported 2024 grant dollars went to recipients in Florida. The foundation’s stated mission and network criteria focus on small nonprofits in Palm Beach County.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 22 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Extraordinary Charities Inc gives
- Giving grew 608% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2019 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $15K (2020) to $847K (2024). In 2024 it made 22 grants totaling $847K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sea Turtle Adventures Incorporated Boynton Beach, FL | General Support | $76,725 |
| Azul Fashion Art Design West Palm Beach, FL | General Support | $42,296 |
| Arc of the Glades Belle Glade, FL | General Support | $38,289 |
| Back to Basics Wellington, FL | General Support | $38,289 |
| Community Greening Corp Boca Raton, FL | General Support | $38,289 |
| Digital Vibez West Palm Beach, FL | General Support | $38,289 |
| Feed the Hungry Pantry Palm Beach Gardens, FL | General Support | $38,289 |
| Feed the Hungry Pantry of Palm Beach County Inc Palm Beach Gardens, FL | General Support | $38,289 |
| Genesis Assistance Dogs West Palm Beach, FL | General Support | $38,289 |
| Grace Notes Music Foundation Inc Jupiter, FL | General Support | $38,289 |
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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 | $152,058 | $519,942 | $1,331,507 | $846,907 | 22 | $1,322,153 | $46,964 | $30,517 |
| 2023 | $994,072 | $644,768 | $496,308 | — | — | $457,449 | $242 | $30,150 |
| 2022 | $820,564 | $1,854,113 | $1,070,376 | $803,429 | 27 | $803,429 | — | $37,258 |
| 2021 | $36,595 | $328,858 | $330,359 | $119,671 | 39 | $122,771 | — | $1,546 |
| 2020 | $35,806 | $64,326 | $45,470 | $15,000 | 1 | — | $4 | $717 |
| 2019 | $16,951 | $29,952 | $32,188 | $22,230 | 4 | — | $16 | $890 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Extraordinary Charities Inc reported a distributable amount of $31K 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
Extraordinary Charities’ mission is to “ignite community change by empowering small Palm Beach County nonprofits and those they serve to grow and thrive.” Its vision is to build community-wide awareness of the impact of smaller nonprofits in Palm Beach County.
Its 2024 Nonprofit Network provided efficiency- and sustainability-focused education, networking, and consulting to 32 small nonprofit organizations. Network applicants must have operated for at least three years, have an annual budget under $3 million, and file a full Form 990 with a Palm Beach County address. The organization’s website groups its nonprofit network into Human Services, Culture, Nature, and Education.
The 2024 grants included organizations with varied missions. For example, Sea Turtle Adventures says its mission is to conserve local sea turtle populations, educate the public about the marine environment, and provide nature-based programs to underserved communities. Azul Fashion Art Design says it empowers adults with disabilities and their caregivers through fashion, art, and design. Path to College Foundation says it works to expand minds and ignite potential among overlooked students. Community Greening says it plants and maintains trees in public parks, vacant city lots, and neighborhoods to support sustainable green spaces and a stronger tree canopy.
Grantmaking
The foundation reported 22 grants totaling $846,907 in 2024. Grant amounts ranged from $395 to $76,725, with a median of $38,289. Earlier reported giving was $803,429 across 27 grants in 2022 and $119,671 across 39 grants in 2021.
The largest 2024 grant listed was $76,725 to Sea Turtle Adventures Incorporated. Other listed grants included $42,296 to Azul Fashion Art Design and $38,289 each to Arc of the Glades, Back to Basics, Community Greening, Digital Vibez, Feed the Hungry Pantry, Feed the Hungry Pantry of Palm Beach County, Genesis Assistance Dogs, Grace Notes Music Foundation, and Hacer Ministry. The listed grants were for general support.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Beverlee Miller Raymond, Janet Elinoff, Christine Pitts, Mitchell Rubin, Phyllis Jepson, Cassius Johnson, and Sean Langston as directors. The organization’s website identifies Beverlee Miller Raymond as its founder and lists Christine Raymond as executive director and general counsel. It lists Phyllis Jepson as board president, Cassius Johnson as vice president, Cory Lyon as treasurer, and Christine Pitts as secretary.
Extraordinary Charities Inc's 2024 filing lists 7 officers; none of the 7 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Beverlee Miller Raymond
Director
On filings since 2019
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Cassius Johnson
Director
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Christine Pitts
Director
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Janet Elinoff
Director
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Mitchell Rubin
Director
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Phyllis Jepson
Director
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Sean Langston
Director
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (6)
- Former: John J. Raymond Jr. (2019–2022) — Director
- Former: Christine Raymond (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Taylor Materio (2021–2022) — Director
- Former: John Cassius (2022) — Director
- Former: Phyliss Jepson (2022) — Director
- Former: Paul Andersen (2019) — Director
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 Extraordinary Charities Inc
How much does Extraordinary Charities Inc give each year?
Extraordinary Charities Inc gave $847K across 22 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is Extraordinary Charities Inc's typical grant size?
Extraordinary Charities Inc's median grant in 2024 was $38,289, and its average grant was $38,496, across 22 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Extraordinary Charities Inc give grants?
Extraordinary Charities Inc gives mostly in Florida: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were West Palm Beach, FL (7 grants), Palm Beach Gardens, FL (4 grants) and Boca Raton, FL (2 grants).
Does Extraordinary Charities Inc give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Extraordinary Charities Inc's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (22 of 22) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Extraordinary Charities Inc's largest grantees?
Extraordinary Charities Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Sea Turtle Adventures Incorporated ($76,725), Azul Fashion Art Design ($42,296) and Arc of the Glades ($38,289), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 19% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Extraordinary Charities Inc?
Extraordinary Charities Inc reported $152K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $1.3M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $31K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Extraordinary Charities Inc fund?
Extraordinary Charities’ mission is to “ignite community change by empowering small Palm Beach County nonprofits and those they serve to grow and thrive.” Its vision is to build community-wide awareness of the impact of smaller nonprofits in Palm Beach County. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Extraordinary Charities Inc?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and states that it 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 Extraordinary Charities Inc's EIN?
Extraordinary Charities Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 45-5628597. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2024.
Does Extraordinary Charities 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 September 2, 2020)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS August 30, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS February 14, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS August 15, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 15, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 17, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2019–2024
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Grantable. (2026). Extraordinary Charities Inc funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 12, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/extraordinary-charities-inc-morg_4720873d68f04d239e3e6d922cf9aabd
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