Pelican Sound Charitable Foundation Inc
Pelican Sound Charitable Foundation Inc is a public charity based in Estero, Florida. Formed in 2019, it supports charitable and educational programs of organizations that improve the lives of Southwest Florida residents in need.
Pelican Sound Charitable Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: Pelican Sound Charitable Foundation Inc gave $190K across 12 grants in 2025 (avg $16K), mostly in Florida. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $190,000
- Grants made (2025)
- 12
- Average grant
- $15,833
- Median grant
- $15,000
- Total assets
- $35,598
- +17.1% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Florida (100% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated September 2026.
How to apply to Pelican Sound Charitable Foundation Inc
- Contact
Mailing address: 4569 Pelican Sound Blvd, Estero, FL 33928-5909
Phone: (239) 948-4331
Website: https://pscharitablefoundation.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Pelican Sound Charitable Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Habitat for Humanity ($20K). Together the top 10 received $168K.
Grant Size Distribution
12 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 12 grants of 12 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation’s stated mission refers to residents in need in Southwest Florida. All 12 grants reported for 2025 went to recipients in Florida.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 12 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2025 it made 12 grants totaling $190K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Habitat for Humanity Fort Myers, FL | Provide appliances and associated equipment for new homes provided to low income families. | $20,000 |
| Hearts and Homes for Veterans Fort Myers, FL | To end homelessness and assist low income veterans in Southwest Florida. | $20,000 |
| New Horizons Naples, FL | Super kids reading camp will serve many children from Lee and Collier counties in the summer. | $20,000 |
| ANA Friends Fort Myers, FL | Fund Childrens Needs program. | $17,500 |
| Interfaith Charities Fort Myers, FL | Provide food pantry hygiene supplies: shampoo conditioner soap toothpaste etc. | $17,500 |
| American Heart Association Estero, FL | Help fund Heart Heroes Program for child victims of congenital heart defects. | $15,000 |
| Cafe of Life Bonita Springs, FL | Provides food paper products diapers and hygiene items to those in need. | $15,000 |
| The Dubin Center Fort Myers, FL | The dementia caregiver support and education program provides training for caregivers and persons living with a dementia related diagnosis. | $15,000 |
| Laces of Love Naples, FL | Shoes for children provides new shoes to low income and disadvantage children primarily in Collier and Lee counties. | $15,000 |
| Our Mothers Home Fort Myers, FL | To fund programs that empower young mothers in the foster care and human trafficking systems to break the generational cycle for themselves and their children. | $12,500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $35,598 | $205,087 | $199,881 | $190,000 | 12 |
| 2024 | $30,392 | $163,721 | $152,639 | — | — |
| 2023 | $19,355 | $136,514 | $132,586 | — | — |
| 2022 | $15,380 | $110,821 | $153,217 | — | — |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s stated mission is to support charitable and educational programs of organizations that improve the lives of Southwest Florida residents in need. Its 2025 grants included support for housing and services for low-income families and veterans, children’s programs, food and hygiene assistance, health, caregiver support, and services for people with disabilities.
Among its grantees, Cafe of Life describes its mission as providing basic needs to poor and hungry people in the Bonita Springs area while preserving clients’ dignity. Protected Harbor describes its work as building and operating homes for developmentally disadvantaged adults and supporting people with disabilities to lead fulfilling lives.
Grantmaking
In 2025, the foundation reported 12 grants totaling $190,000. Grant amounts ranged from $10,000 to $20,000, with a median of $15,000. Notable grants included $20,000 each to Habitat for Humanity for appliances and equipment for homes for low-income families, Hearts and Homes for Veterans for work addressing homelessness and assisting low-income veterans, and New Horizons for a summer reading camp serving children from Lee and Collier counties. Other grants included $17,500 to ANA Friends for its Children’s Needs program and $15,000 each to Cafe of Life, the American Heart Association, the Dubin Center, and Laces of Love.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Annette Koch as president, Russell Frith as treasurer, and Mary Ann Zonca as secretary. Directors listed are Fred Kohnke, Cliff Bridges, Larry Stanford, and Danny OBrien.
Pelican Sound Charitable Foundation Inc is led by Annette Koch, President since 2025 (on filings since 2022); none of the 7 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Annette Koch
President
Director → President, 2025
On filings since 2022
8 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Fred Kohnke
Director
On filings since 2022
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Cliff Bridges
Director
New on the 2025 filing
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Danny OBrien
Director
New on the 2025 filing
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Larry Stanford
Director
New on the 2025 filing
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Russell J. Frith
Treasurer
On filings since 2023
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Mary Ann Zonca
Secretary
New on the 2025 filing
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (10)
- Former: Alan Fanger (2022–2024) — Director
- Former: Joan Buffone (2022–2024) — Secretary
- Former: Kathy Fitzpatrick (2022–2024) — Director
- Former: Ann Bird (2023–2024) — Director
- Former: Ed Vonderbrink (2023–2024) — President
- Former: Sue Sawchuk (2023–2024) — Director
- Former: Judy Comparato (2022) — Director
- Former: Kathy Rhodes (2022) — President
- Former: Paul Lindemann (2022) — Treasurer
- Former: Susan Carter (2022) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2022–2025. "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 Pelican Sound Charitable Foundation Inc
How much does Pelican Sound Charitable Foundation Inc give each year?
Pelican Sound Charitable Foundation Inc gave $190K across 12 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990.
What is Pelican Sound Charitable Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
Pelican Sound Charitable Foundation Inc's median grant in 2025 was $15,000, and its average grant was $15,833, across 12 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990.
Where does Pelican Sound Charitable Foundation Inc give grants?
Pelican Sound Charitable Foundation Inc gives mostly in Florida: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Fort Myers, FL (8 grants) and Naples, FL (2 grants).
Does Pelican Sound Charitable Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 12 grants with a stated purpose on Pelican Sound Charitable Foundation Inc's 2025 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support.
Who are Pelican Sound Charitable Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
Pelican Sound Charitable Foundation Inc's largest 2025 grantees include Habitat for Humanity ($20,000), Hearts and Homes for Veterans ($20,000) and New Horizons ($20,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. Together they received 32% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Pelican Sound Charitable Foundation Inc?
Pelican Sound Charitable Foundation Inc reported $36K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $205K.
What does Pelican Sound Charitable Foundation Inc fund?
The foundation’s stated mission is to support charitable and educational programs of organizations that improve the lives of Southwest Florida residents in need. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Pelican Sound Charitable Foundation Inc?
Pelican Sound Charitable Foundation Inc has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check pscharitablefoundation.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is Pelican Sound Charitable Foundation Inc's EIN?
Pelican Sound Charitable Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 84-1746629. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2022–2025.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS October 17, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2022–2025
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Grantable. (2026). Pelican Sound Charitable Foundation Inc funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 16, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/pelican-sound-charitable-foundation-inc-morg_ba5c223460cf401db37fbd72cadc07f9
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