Fred & Jean Allegretti Foundation Inc

Quick Stats

• Annual Giving: $743,000 (2024)
• Success Rate: Not publicly disclosed
• Decision Time: 4-5 months (LOI to decision)
• Grant Range: $2,500 - $27,500
• Geographic Focus: Southwest Florida, Colorado, and New Mexico

Contact Details

Website: https://allegrettifoundation.org
Phone: (224) 655-6405
Email: lynn@allegrettifoundation.org
Address: P.O. Box 1527, Fort Myers, FL 33902

Overview

The Fred & Jean Allegretti Foundation Inc was established in 1997 as a private family foundation dedicated to improving the lives, minds, health, and well-being of children, adults, the elderly, animals, those who are physically challenged, and veterans. Based in Fort Myers, Florida, the foundation distributed $743,000 across 80 grants in 2024 and $831,300 across 96 grants in 2023. With a strategic focus on three geographic regions—Southwest Florida, Colorado, and New Mexico—the foundation makes grants ranging from $2,500 to $27,500 to organizations of all sizes working in humanitarian support, medical treatment, housing, education, and the arts.

Funding Priorities

Grant Programs

• General Grant Program: $2,500 - $27,500 (two-stage application process via online portal; LOI submission November-May)

Priority Areas

• Health and Medical Care (hospitals, treatment facilities, healthcare organizations)
• Animal Welfare and Wildlife (particularly in Florida)
• Education (programs and institutions improving learning opportunities)
• Environment (conservation and protection initiatives)
• Housing and Homelessness (housing programs for vulnerable populations)
• Arts and Culture (cultural institutions and arts organizations)
• Veterans Support (organizations serving veterans)
• Support for Physically Challenged Individuals (programs enhancing quality of life)

What They Don't Fund

• Individuals
• Endowments
• Religious organizations
• Events
• Organizations primarily focused on influencing legislation
• Organizations outside Colorado, Florida, or New Mexico

Governance and Leadership

The foundation is governed by a board of directors who manage the assets and operations. Specific board member information is available through IRS Form 990-PF filings (EIN: 364110761).

Application Process & Timeline

How to Apply

The foundation uses a two-stage application process:

1. Submit Letter of Inquiry (LOI) through online portal at allegrettifoundation.org
2. LOI submission window: November through May
3. If invited, submit full application (invitation only)
4. All documents must be submitted online

Decision Timeline

• LOI Submission: November - May
• Review Period: Summer months
• Decisions: August - September
• Fund Distribution: October

Success Rates

Not publicly disclosed. The foundation made 80 awards in 2024 and 96 awards in 2023.

Reapplication Policy

Organizations that have received a grant must wait at least 12 months before submitting a new LOI. Post-Grant Reports are required and influence future funding decisions.

Application Success Factors

Based on recent grant patterns and foundation priorities:

• Clear mission alignment with foundation's focus areas is essential
• Geographic eligibility (Colorado, Florida, or New Mexico) is strictly enforced
• Financial transparency and compliance with reporting laws are explicitly required
• Animal welfare organizations in Florida appear to receive particular priority
• Grant size should match organizational capacity (they fund "organizations of all sizes")
• Recent recipients include La Rabida Children's Hospital, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Florida's Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife, and Southwest Florida Horse Rescue

Key Takeaways for Grant Writers

• Submit LOI between November and May through online portal; full applications by invitation only
• Geographic restriction to Colorado, Florida, and New Mexico is non-negotiable
• Request amounts between $2,500-$27,500 appropriate to project scope
• Emphasize financial transparency and strong reporting practices
• Plan for October fund disbursement when budgeting project timelines
• Wait 12 months after receiving a grant before reapplying
• Strong post-grant reporting influences future funding opportunities

References

• Fred & Jean Allegretti Foundation Official Website. https://allegrettifoundation.org/ (Accessed March 2026)
• Fred & Jean Allegretti Foundation. "Apply for a Grant." https://allegrettifoundation.org/apply-for-a-grant/ (Accessed March 2026)
• Charity Navigator. "Fred & Jean Allegretti Foundation Inc." https://www.charitynavigator.org/ein/364110761 (Accessed March 2026)
• Cause IQ. "Fred and Jean Allegretti Foundation." https://www.causeiq.com/organizations/fred-and-jean-allegretti-foundation,364110761/ (Accessed March 2026)
• ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Form 990-PF filings. https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/364110761 (Accessed March 2026)
• Instrumentl. "Fred & Jean Allegretti Foundation | 990 Report." https://www.instrumentl.com/990-report/fred-jean-allegretti-foundation-inc (Accessed March 2026)