The Koonce Foundationinc
The Koonce Foundationinc is a private foundation based in Naples, Florida. Its 2025 filing reports grants to charitable organizations, including schools, a hospital, a youth mentoring organization, and organizations serving people with visual impairments and supporting conservation.
The Koonce Foundationinc at a glance
In short: The Koonce Foundationinc gave $117K across 29 grants in 2025 (avg $4K), top state Florida. 7% of 2025 grantees were new. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $117,000
- +21.9% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 29
- +0.0% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $4,034
- +21.9% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $3,000
- Total assets
- $928,939
- -2.7% vs 2024
- New grantees (estimate)
- 7% first-time grantees (2 of 28, 2025)
- Primary geography
- Florida (26% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to The Koonce Foundationinc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests. It states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Its filing says to contact Calvin S. Koonce in writing and provide the purpose, name, and date. It lists no restrictions on awards.
- Review Cycle
- None stated.
- Deadline
- None stated.
- Contact
Application contact: Calvin S Koonce
Mailing address: 1575 Gulf Shore Blvd South, Naples, FL 34102
Phone: (301) 758-5025
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Koonce Foundationinc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was First Presbyterian Church of Naples ($13K across 2 grants). Together the top 10 received $69K.
Grant Size Distribution
132 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 132 grants of 132 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2025, the largest shares of grant dollars went to organizations in Florida (26%), Maryland (15%), Connecticut (13%), North Carolina (11%), and the U.S. Virgin Islands (9%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 29 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is The Koonce Foundationinc open to new grantees?
7%
first-time grantees, 2025
In 2025, 2 of 28 grantees (7%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $4K; repeat grants $4K. How we count
Medians: $4K first-time, $3K repeat.
- 93% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
- Giving grew 51% from 2022 to 2025. Method
- In 2025 it paid out 11% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2019–2025). 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 2019 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $53K (2021) to $117K (2025). In 2025 it made 29 grants totaling $117K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| First Presbyterian Church of Naples Naples, FL | General Purposes | $9,000 |
| Holton-Arms School Bethesda, MD | General Purposes | $8,000 |
| Gifft Hill School St John, VI | General Purposes | $7,000 |
| Naples Community Hospital Naples, FL | General Purposes | $7,000 |
| CSU Foundation-Schwob Sch of Music Columbus, GA | General Purpose | $6,000 |
| St Luke's School Annual Fund New Canaan, CT | General Purpose | $6,000 |
| Lighthouse of Collier Naples, FL | General Purpose | $6,000 |
| Son of a Saint New Orleans, LA | General Purposes | $6,000 |
| Echo Works Leesburg, VA | General Purpose | $5,000 |
| Edneyville Fire and Rescue Hendersonville, NC | General Purposes | $5,000 |
Ready to take the next step with The Koonce Foundationinc?
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $928,939 | $96,487 | $121,848 | $117,000 | 29 | $117,000 | $51,662 | $1,102,750 |
| 2024 | $954,300 | $95,422 | $100,432 | $96,000 | 29 | $96,000 | $54,439 | $116,260 |
| 2023 | $959,310 | $45,715 | $88,600 | $84,500 | 27 | $84,500 | $53,860 | $94,250 |
| 2022 | $1,002,195 | $74,737 | $81,189 | $77,500 | 27 | $77,500 | $61,954 | $839,930 |
| 2021 | $1,008,647 | $56,553 | $56,069 | $52,500 | 20 | $52,500 | $34,926 | $78,413 |
| 2020 | $1,008,163 | $-202,959 | $67,620 | $64,000 | 24 | — | $31,902 | $52,887 |
| 2019 | $1,278,742 | $162,403 | $59,265 | $56,000 | 20 | — | $36,504 | $62,777 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Koonce Foundationinc reported a distributable amount of $1.1M for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No foundation mission statement is provided. Its 2025 grants show support for organizations with varied missions. For example, Gifft Hill School says its mission is to provide students with a quality education, and Naples Community Hospital says it aims to help people live longer, happier, and healthier lives. Son of a Saint describes its work as supporting fatherless boys in the New Orleans area through mentorship and other services; Lighthouse of Collier says it fosters independence and quality of life for people who are blind or visually impaired and their caregivers. Other 2025 grantees include schools and conservation organizations.
Grantmaking
In 2025, the foundation reported 29 grants totaling $117,000. Grant amounts ranged from $1,000 to $9,000, with a median of $3,000. Its largest reported grants included $9,000 to First Presbyterian Church of Naples, $8,000 to Holton-Arms School, and $7,000 each to Gifft Hill School and Naples Community Hospital. The listed grant purposes were generally “general purposes” or “general purpose.”
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Calvin S. Koonce as president and director; Janet B. Koonce and Elizabeth K. Stuart as directors; Franklin S. Koonce as treasurer and director; and Kathleen K. Goodier as secretary.
The Koonce Foundationinc is led by Calvin S. Koonce, President & D on every filing since 2019; none of the 5 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Calvin S. Koonce
President & D
On filings since 2019
No compensation reported
Elizabeth K. Stuart
Director
On filings since 2019
No compensation reported
Janet B. Koonce
Director
On filings since 2019
No compensation reported
Kathleen K. Goodier
Secretary & Director
On filings since 2019
No compensation reported
Franklin S. Koonce
Treasurer & D
On filings since 2019
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2025. "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 The Koonce Foundationinc
How much does The Koonce Foundationinc give each year?
The Koonce Foundationinc gave $117K across 29 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $96K across 29 grants.
What is The Koonce Foundationinc's typical grant size?
The Koonce Foundationinc's median grant in 2025 was $3,000, and its average grant was $4,034, across 29 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from The Koonce Foundationinc that year got $4K on average.
Where does The Koonce Foundationinc give grants?
The Koonce Foundationinc's top state is Florida, with 26% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Maryland (15%) and Connecticut (13%). The most frequent recipient cities were Naples, FL (5 grants), Bethesda, MD (3 grants), New Canaan, CT (3 grants) and St John, VI (2 grants).
Does The Koonce Foundationinc give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of The Koonce Foundationinc's 2025 grants with a stated purpose (29 of 29) were for general or operating support, per its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Koonce Foundationinc's largest grantees?
The Koonce Foundationinc's largest 2025 grantees include First Presbyterian Church of Naples ($13,000 across 2 grants), Holton-Arms School ($8,000) and Gifft Hill School ($7,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 24% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is The Koonce Foundationinc?
The Koonce Foundationinc reported $929K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $117K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $1.1M (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
What does The Koonce Foundationinc fund?
No foundation mission statement is provided. Its 2025 grants show support for organizations with varied missions. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Koonce Foundationinc?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Koonce Foundationinc's EIN?
The Koonce Foundationinc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 52-2133134. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2025.
Does The Koonce Foundationinc accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(8)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS March 24, 2020)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS March 22, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS April 13, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS February 28, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS February 28, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS April 5, 2025)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS March 24, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2019–2025
Live grants for the work The Koonce Foundationinc funds
Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Open opportunities, soonest deadline first.
- Nixa Affiliate Grantmaking Program Up to US $10,000 · Due October 19, 2026
- Community and School Grants $28,000 total pool; 10-15 grants expected · Due October 19, 2026
- Mary Pinola/Crescenta Valley Chamber Education Fund $500 - $5,000 for ongoing programs; up to $15,000 for Strategic Initiative Grants · Due October 19, 2026
Explore Open Grants
Browse active grant opportunities in The Koonce Foundationinc's focus areas in our free grants database
Similar Funders
Similar funders in Florida
Publix Super Markets Charities Inc
Lakeland, FL
Publix Super Markets Charities supports nonprofits addressing hunger, homelessness and housing, youth, education, and community needs in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and Kentucky. Its 2024 median grant was $2,500, though awards ranged widely; it accepts online requests from eligible organizations, with application periods varying by program.
Assets
$233.8M
Grants
3,269
Total Given
$52.5M
The Community Foundation for Northeast Florida Inc
Jacksonville, FL
The Community Foundation for Northeast Florida supports neighborhood strengthening, nonprofit capacity, education, older adults, the arts, and other community needs, primarily in Baker, Clay, Duval, Nassau, Putnam, and St. Johns counties. Its 2024 grants had a median of $5,000, while its Program Support grants offer up to $25,000; eligible nonprofits may apply to competitive programs, but donor-advised funds do not accept applications.
Assets
$708.7M
Grants
2,470
Total Given
$78.0M
Community Foundation of Tampa Bay Inc
Tampa, FL
The Community Foundation of Tampa Bay funds nonprofits through competitive grants and other programs focused on economic opportunity, environmental resilience, health and wellbeing, education, and vibrant communities. Its typical grant is about $25,000, and it serves Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Hernando, and Citrus counties. It accepts applications through its competitive grants process and rolling Critical Needs List.
Assets
$1.0B
Grants
698
Total Given
$54.3M
Gulf Coast Community Foundation Inc
Venice, FL
Gulf Coast Community Foundation funds arts and culture, civic and economic development, education, the environment, health and human services, and disaster response, with grants generally serving Sarasota and Charlotte counties, DeSoto County, Boca Grande, Lakewood Ranch, and Longboat Key, Florida. In 2025, grants ranged from $5,030 to $2,101,739, with a median of $16,251; Community Grants are capped at $25,000 per nonprofit per fiscal year. It accepts letters of inquiry for Community Grants; Catalytic and Initiative Grants are by invitation.
Assets
$533.7M
Grants
651
Total Given
$45.0M
Early Learning Coalition of Broward County Inc
Fort Lauderdale, FL
The Early Learning Coalition of Broward funds child care reimbursement and early-learning providers, including programs supporting child care and preschool, primarily in Broward County, Florida. Its 2025 grants ranged from $5,127 to $3,994,863, with a median of $158,921. The profile does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.
Assets
$15.9M
Grants
636
Total Given
$152.2M
Leslie L Alexander Foundation Inc
Delray Beach, FL
The Leslie L Alexander Foundation supports animal rescue, education, children’s services, and other charitable work. In 2024, grants ranged from $600 to $1 million, with a median of $35,000; giving was concentrated in Florida and Texas, with awards also made elsewhere. It gives only to preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.
Assets
$291.4M
Grants
622
Total Given
$28.4M
More similar funders
More Funders in Florida
Cite this profile
Grantable. (2026). The Koonce Foundationinc funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 19, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/the-koonce-foundationinc-morg_92799215864d4324b1bec5452914c952
BibTeX
@misc{grantable_522133134_2026,
author = {{Grantable}},
title = {{The Koonce Foundationinc funder profile}},
howpublished = {GrantGraph},
year = {2026},
url = {https://grantable.co/funders/the-koonce-foundationinc-morg_92799215864d4324b1bec5452914c952},
note = {Accessed 2026-10-19. Data licensed CC BY 4.0}
}The figures on this page are open data under CC BY 4.0: reuse them with credit to Grantable and a link. Download the data.
Figures come from The Koonce Foundationinc's IRS filings (methodology). AI-written summaries, news items and logos are not covered by the open licence. Spot an error? Email hello@grantable.co.
The Koonce Foundationinc down — hundreds of funders to go?