The Durden Foundation Inc | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 59-3546150
Foundation Overview
Based in Panama City Beach, FL, The Durden Foundation Inc has awarded 166 grants totaling $5,153,800 to organizations in Florida, Alabama and 11 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $300 to $333,334, with a median award of $2,500.
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New Applicant Friendliness
4 of 8 recipients (50%) were new grantees. Foundation maintains loyal partnerships while remaining open to qualified new applicants with strong proposals.
Geographic Focus
73% of all grants are concentrated in Florida, demonstrating highly focused geographic giving. This foundation prioritizes deep community impact in its primary service area. Within Florida, funding concentrates in Panama City (57%), Panama City Beach (15%), Tallahassee (9%).
Funding Trajectory
Strong 139% growth in annual giving over 7 years indicates expanding philanthropic capacity and increasing opportunities for grant seekers. This upward trajectory suggests growing foundation resources and commitment.
Program Areas
Diversified giving across multiple program areas with primary emphasis on community projects (34%). This broad approach suggests openness to various causes and innovative cross-sector solutions.
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Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into The Durden Foundation Inc's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.
| Name | Amount | Location | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catholic Social Services Of Dothan | $10,000 | Dothan, AL, US | Services For The Needy | 2023 |
| James Madison Institute | $250,000 | Tallahassee, FL, US | Government Research And Education | 2023 |
| Prostate Cancer Foundation | $333,334 | Santa Monica, CA, US | Prostate Cancer Research | 2023 |
| State Policy Network | $100,000 | Arlington, VA, US | Government Research And Education - State Level Think Tanks | 2023 |
| Catholic Social Services Of Dothan | $10,000 | Dothan, AL, US | Services For The Needy | 2023 |
| James Madison Institute | $250,000 | Tallahassee, FL, US | Government Research And Education | 2023 |
| Prostate Cancer Foundation | $333,334 | Santa Monica, CA, US | Prostate Cancer Research | 2023 |
| State Policy Network | $100,000 | Arlington, VA, US | Government Research And Education - State Level Think Tanks | 2023 |
| Anchorage Children's Home | $15,000 | Panama City, FL, US | Abused And Neglected Children | 2022 |
| Huntsville Hospital Foundation - Middlefork Fund | $25,000 | Huntsville, AL, US | Medical Technology And Programs That Advance Health Improvements | 2022 |
| James Madison Institute | $250,000 | Tallahassee, FL, US | Government Research And Education | 2022 |
| Little Warrior Foundation | $10,000 | Brookfield, WI, US | Food, Clothing And Women Needing Help With Crisis Pregnancy Care | 2022 |
| Prostate Cancer Foundation | $333,333 | Santa Monica, CA, US | Prostate Cancer Research | 2022 |
| Anchorage Children's Home | $15,000 | Panama City, FL, US | Abused And Neglected Children | 2022 |
| Huntsville Hospital Foundation - Middlefork Fund | $25,000 | Huntsville, AL, US | Medical Technology And Programs That Advance Health Improvements | 2022 |
| James Madison Institute | $250,000 | Tallahassee, FL, US | Government Research And Education | 2022 |
| Little Warrior Foundation | $10,000 | Brookfield, WI, US | Food, Clothing And Women Needing Help With Crisis Pregnancy Care | 2022 |
| Prostate Cancer Foundation | $333,333 | Santa Monica, CA, US | Prostate Cancer Research | 2022 |
| Anchorage Children's Home | $15,000 | Panama City, FL, US | Abused And Neglected Children | 2022 |
| Huntsville Hospital Foundation - Middlefork Fund | $25,000 | Huntsville, AL, US | Medical Technology And Programs That Advance Health Improvements | 2022 |
| James Madison Institute | $250,000 | Tallahassee, FL, US | Government Research And Education | 2022 |
| Little Warrior Foundation | $10,000 | Brookfield, WI, US | Food, Clothing And Women Needing Help With Crisis Pregnancy Care | 2022 |
| Prostate Cancer Foundation | $333,333 | Santa Monica, CA, US | Prostate Cancer Research | 2022 |
| Anchorage Children's Home | $25,000 | Panama City, FL, US | Abused And Neglected Children | 2021 |
| Crossing Paths Inc | $2,500 | Panama City, FL, US | Home Maintenance Services For The Elderly And Disabled | 2021 |
| Huntsville Hospital Foundation - Middlefork Fund | $25,000 | Huntsville, AL, US | Medical Technology And Programs That Advance Health Improvements | 2021 |
| James Madison Institute | $100,000 | Tallahassee, FL, US | Government Research And Education | 2021 |
| Jinks Middle School | $2,500 | Panama City, FL, US | Help For Needy Children At Christmas | 2021 |
| New Horizons Learning Center | $1,000 | Panama City, FL, US | Education - Mentor Program | 2021 |
| Panama City Music Association | $5,000 | Panama City, FL, US | Community Music Appreciation | 2021 |
| Panama City Rescue Mission | $2,500 | Panama City, FL, US | Help For The Homeless | 2021 |
| Patronis Elementary School | $2,500 | Panama City Beach, FL, US | Help For Needy Children At Christmas | 2021 |
| Prostate Cancer Foundation | $333,333 | Santa Monica, CA, US | Prostate Cancer Research | 2021 |
| Salvation Army | $2,500 | Panama City, FL, US | Help For The Needy | 2021 |
| St Andrew Christian Care Center | $5,000 | Panama City, FL, US | Food, Clothing And Women Needing Help With Crisis Pregnancy Care | 2021 |
| Alaqua Animal Refuge Inc | $2,500 | Freeport, FL, US | Animal Rescue | 2020 |
| American Red Cross | $5,000 | Tallahassee, FL, US | Community Services | 2020 |
| Bay Law Enforcement Assistance Foundation - Project 25 | $2,500 | Panama City, FL, US | Christmas Gifts To Needy Families | 2020 |
| Crossing Paths Inc | $2,500 | Panama City, FL, US | Home Maintenance Services For The Elderly And Disabled | 2020 |
| Florida Sheriff's Youth Ranches Inc | $2,000 | Boys Ranch, FL, US | Preventing Juvenile Delinquency | 2020 |
| Girls Inc Of Bay County | $2,500 | Panama City, FL, US | Education And Health Of Young Women | 2020 |
| Green Beret Foundation | $2,500 | San Antonio, TX, US | Support For Green Berets And Their Families | 2020 |
| James Madison Institute | $200,000 | Tallahassee, FL, US | Government Research And Education | 2020 |
| Jinks Middle School | $2,500 | Panama City, FL, US | Help For Needy Children At Christmas | 2020 |
| K9s For Warriors | $1,000 | Ponte Verda, FL, US | Service Dogs For Wounded Vets | 2020 |
| Lgbtq Center Of Bay County Inc | $2,500 | Panama City, FL, US | Community Services | 2020 |
| Muscular Dystrophy Association | $2,500 | Birmingham, AL, US | Md Research Grant Funding | 2020 |
| New Horizons Learning Center | $2,500 | Panama City, FL, US | Education - Mentor Program | 2020 |
| Panama City Rescue Mission | $5,000 | Panama City, FL, US | Help For The Homeless | 2020 |
| Panama City Scottish Rite | $2,500 | Panama City, FL, US | Childhood Language Disorders | 2020 |
| Patronis Elementary School | $2,500 | Panama City Beach, FL, US | Help For Needy Children At Christmas | 2020 |
| Paws 4 Liberty | $2,500 | Lake Worth, FL, US | Service Dogs For Disabled Military Members | 2020 |
| Prostate Cancer Foundation | $175,000 | Santa Monica, CA, US | Prostate Cancer Research | 2020 |
| Salvation Army | $2,500 | Panama City, FL, US | Help For The Needy | 2020 |
| Sneakers For Soldiers Inc | $2,500 | Chester Springs, PA, US | Sneakers For Military Members | 2020 |
| St Andrew Christian Care Center | $5,000 | Panama City, FL, US | Food, Clothing And Women Needing Help With Crisis Pregnancy Care | 2020 |
| Thomas Drive Volunteer Fire Department | $2,500 | Panama City Beach, FL, US | Community Volunteer Fire Prevention | 2020 |
| Warrior Beach Retreat Inc | $2,500 | Panama City Beach, FL, US | Wounded Soldiers Retreat | 2020 |
| Alaqua Animal Refuge Inc | $2,500 | Freeport, FL, US | Animal Rescue | 2018 |
| Alzheimer's Association | $1,000 | Washington, DC, US | Alzheimer's Service, Education And Research | 2018 |
| American Red Cross | $2,500 | Boone, IA, US | Houston Hurricane Relief | 2018 |
| Anchorage Children's Home | $2,500 | Panama City, FL, US | Abused And Neglected Children | 2018 |
| Bay High School | $2,500 | Panama City, FL, US | Help For Needy Children At Christmas | 2018 |
| Bay Law Enforcement Assistance Foundation-project 25 | $3,000 | Panama City, FL, US | Christmas Gifts To Needy Families | 2018 |
| Beach Care Services Inc | $2,500 | Panama City Beach, FL, US | Emergency Services To Needy Families | 2018 |
| Boys Inc Of Panama City | $2,000 | Panama City, FL, US | Education And Health Of Young Men | 2018 |
| Covenant Care | $2,500 | Panama City, FL, US | Hospice Care | 2018 |
| Crossing Paths Inc | $2,500 | Panama City, FL, US | Home Maintenance Services For The Elderly And Disabled | 2018 |
| Florida Sheriff's Youth Ranches Inc | $1,000 | Boys Ranch, FL, US | Preventing Juvenile Deliquency | 2018 |
| Food4kidz | $2,500 | Panama City Beach, FL, US | Food Bank For Needy Children | 2018 |
| George W Bush Presidential Center | $1,000 | Dallas, TX, US | History And Education-veterans Program | 2018 |
| Girls Inc Of Bay County | $2,000 | Panama City, FL, US | Education And Health Of Young Women | 2018 |
| Green Beret Foundation | $1,000 | San Antonio, TX, US | Support For Green Berets And Their Families | 2018 |
| Guardian Ad Litem | $2,500 | Panama City, FL, US | Advocates For Abused And Neglected Children | 2018 |
| James Madison Institute | $50,000 | Tallahassee, FL, US | Government Research And Education | 2018 |
| Jinks Middle School | $2,500 | Panama City, FL, US | Help For Needy Chilren At Christmas | 2018 |
| Lucky Puppy Dog Rescue And Kennel Inc | $2,000 | Bonifay, FL, US | Animal Shelter And Care | 2018 |
| Muscular Dystrophy Association | $2,500 | Montgomery, AL, US | Md Research Grant Funding | 2018 |
| New Horizons Learning Center | $2,000 | Panama City, FL, US | Education | 2018 |
| Panama City Music Association | $1,000 | Panama City, FL, US | Community Music Appreciation | 2018 |
| Panama City Rescue Mission | $2,500 | Panama City, FL, US | Help For The Homeless | 2018 |
| Patronis Elementary School | $1,000 | Panama City Beach, FL, US | Help For Needy Children At Christmas | 2018 |
| Project Akilah Inc (amani Africa) | $2,500 | Tampa, FL, US | Women's Education | 2018 |
| Prostate Cancer Foundation | $175,000 | Santa Monica, CA, US | Prostate Cancer Research | 2018 |
| Rick Seltzer Park | $1,000 | Panama City, FL, US | Community Park Upkeep | 2018 |
| Salvation Army | $2,500 | Panama City, FL, US | Help For The Needy | 2018 |
| Seaside School Foundation Inc | $5,000 | Santa Rosa Beach, FL, US | Educational Programs | 2018 |
| Special Olympics Florida | $1,000 | Clermont, FL, US | Sports Training And Competition | 2018 |
| St Andrew Community Medical Center | $10,000 | Panama City, FL, US | Community Medical Center For The Indigent - Parking Lot Paving | 2018 |
| Tgen Foundation | $10,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | Cancer Research | 2018 |
| The Life Raft Group | $2,500 | Wayne, NJ, US | Pediatric Gist Cancer Research | 2018 |
| Thomas Drive Volunteer Fire Department | $1,000 | Panama City Beach, FL, US | Community Volunteer Fire Prevention | 2018 |
| Translational Genomics Research Institute | $2,500 | Phoenix, AZ, US | Prostate Cancer Research | 2018 |
| Volley For Christ | $300 | Panama City Beach, FL, US | Missionary Work | 2018 |
| Warrior Beach Retreat Inc | $5,000 | Panama City Beach, FL, US | Wounded Soldiers Retreat | 2018 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | $5,000 | Topeka, KS, US | Veterans Service Organization | 2018 |
| Alaqua Animal Refuge Inc | $2,500 | Freeport, FL, US | Animal Rescue | 2017 |
| Alzheimer's Association | $1,500 | Washington, DC, US | Alzheimer's Service, Education And Research | 2017 |
| American Red Cross | $2,500 | Boone, IA, US | Houston Hurricane Relief | 2017 |
| Anchorage Children's Home | $2,500 | Panama City, FL, US | Abused And Neglected Children | 2017 |
| Bay County Historical Society | $2,000 | Panama City, FL, US | Community Preservation | 2017 |
| Bay High School | $2,000 | Panama City, FL, US | Help For Needy Children At Christmas | 2017 |
| Bay Law Enforcement Assistance Foundation-project 25 | $2,500 | Panama City, FL, US | Christmas Gifts To Needy Families | 2017 |
| Bay Point Women's Club | $2,500 | Panama City, FL, US | Community Assistance | 2017 |
| Beach Care Services Inc | $3,000 | Panama City Beach, FL, US | Emergency Services To Needy Families | 2017 |
| Boy Scouts Of America - Gulf Coast Council | $2,000 | Pensacola, FL, US | Youth Development | 2017 |
| Boys Inc Of Panama City | $2,500 | Panama City, FL, US | Education And Health Of Young Men | 2017 |
| Children's Advocacy Center | $2,500 | Panama City, FL, US | Advocates For Children Of Physical Or Sexual Abuse | 2017 |
| Companions For Heroes | $1,000 | Lake Hopatcong, NJ, US | Animal Companionship For Military | 2017 |
| Congressional Club | $2,500 | Washington, DC, US | Supports Military Members And Their Families | 2017 |
| Covenant Care | $2,500 | Panama City, FL, US | Hospice Care | 2017 |
| Crossing Paths Inc | $2,500 | Panama City, FL, US | Home Maintenance Services For The Elderly And Disabled | 2017 |
| Fisher House Foundation | $2,500 | Rockville, MD, US | Assistance For Families Of Veterans | 2017 |
| Florida Sheriff's Youth Ranches Inc | $1,000 | Boys Ranch, FL, US | Preventing Juvenile Deliquency | 2017 |
| Food4kidz | $2,500 | Panama City Beach, FL, US | Food Bank For Needy Children | 2017 |
| Girls Inc Of Bay County | $2,500 | Panama City, FL, US | Education And Health Of Young Women | 2017 |
| Guardian Ad Litem | $2,500 | Panama City, FL, US | Advocates For Abused And Neglected Children | 2017 |
| Gulf Coast Charity Celebration Assn | $5,000 | Panama City, FL, US | Raises Money For Local Charities | 2017 |
| James Madison Institute | $50,000 | Tallahassee, FL, US | Government Research And Education | 2017 |
| Jinks Middle School | $2,000 | Panama City, FL, US | Help For Needy Chilren At Christmas | 2017 |
| K9s For Warriors | $1,000 | Ponte Verda, FL, US | Service Dogs For Wounded Vets | 2017 |
| League To Save Lake Tahoe | $5,000 | Lake Tahoe, CA, US | Save Lake Tahoe | 2017 |
| Lucky Puppy Dog Rescue And Kennel Inc | $2,000 | Bonifay, FL, US | Animal Shelter And Care | 2017 |
| Muscular Dystrophy Association | $2,000 | Montgomery, AL, US | Md Research Grant Funding | 2017 |
| New Horizons Learning Center | $1,000 | Panama City, FL, US | Education | 2017 |
| Not Ashamed Ministries | $1,000 | Panama City Beach, FL, US | Missionary Work | 2017 |
| Panama City Music Association | $1,000 | Panama City, FL, US | Community Music Appreciation | 2017 |
| Patronis Elementary School | $1,000 | Panama City Beach, FL, US | Help For Needy Children At Christmas | 2017 |
| Paws 4 Liberty | $1,000 | Lake Worth, FL, US | Service Dogs For Disabled Military Members | 2017 |
| Project Akilah Inc (amani Africa) | $2,500 | Tampa, FL, US | Women's Education | 2017 |
| Prostate Cancer Foundation | $175,000 | Santa Monica, CA, US | Prostate Cancer Research | 2017 |
| Rick Seltzer Park | $1,000 | Panama City, FL, US | Community Park Upkeep | 2017 |
| Salvation Army | $2,500 | Panama City, FL, US | Help For The Needy | 2017 |
| Science And Discovery Center | $2,500 | Panama City, FL, US | Science And Education For Children | 2017 |
| Southeastern Guide Dogs | $1,000 | Palmetto, FL, US | Service Dogs For Visually Impaired Persons | 2017 |
| Special Olympics Florida | $1,000 | Clermont, FL, US | Sports Training And Competition | 2017 |
| Spike's K9 Fund | $2,500 | Virginia Beach, VA, US | Training, Care And Preservation Of Service Dogs | 2017 |
| St Andrew Community Medical Center | $2,500 | Panama City, FL, US | Community Medical Center For The Indigent - Parking Lot Paving | 2017 |
| The Uso | $1,000 | Washington, DC, US | Assistance To Military Members | 2017 |
| The Wesley Burnham Foundation | $1,000 | Panama City, FL, US | School Music Programs | 2017 |
| Warrior Beach Retreat Inc | $5,000 | Panama City Beach, FL, US | Wounded Soldiers Retreat | 2017 |
| Anchorage Children's Home | $2,500 | Panama City, FL, US | Abused And Neglected Children | 2016 |
| Bay County Historical Society | $2,500 | Panama City, FL, US | Community Preservation | 2016 |
| Bay Law Enforcement Assistance Foundation - Project 25 | $5,000 | Panama City, FL, US | Christmas Gifts To Needy Families | 2016 |
| Beach Care Services Inc | $2,500 | Panama City Beach, FL, US | Emergency Services To Needy Families | 2016 |
| Children's Home Society | $7,500 | Panama City, FL, US | Abused And Neglected Chilren | 2016 |
| Covenant Care | $2,500 | Pensacola, FL, US | Hospice Care - Veteran's Program | 2016 |
| Geo A Butchikas Foundation For Autism | $1,000 | Panama City Beach, FL, US | Autism Research | 2016 |
| Girls Inc Of Bay County | $1,000 | Panama City, FL, US | Education And Health Of Young Women | 2016 |
| Guardian Ad Litem | $2,500 | Panama City, FL, US | Abused And Neglected Children | 2016 |
| Gulf Coast Charity Celebration Assn | $5,000 | Panama City, FL, US | St. Andrews Community Medical Center | 2016 |
| Humane Society Of Bay County | $1,000 | Panama City, FL, US | Animal Shelter And Care | 2016 |
| James Madison Institute | $50,000 | Tallahassee, FL, US | Government Research And Education | 2016 |
| K9s For Warriors | $1,000 | Ponte Verda, FL, US | Service Dogs For Wounded Vets | 2016 |
| Md Anderson Cancer Center | $25,000 | Houston, TX, US | Endowment Scholarship | 2016 |
| Muscular Dystrophy Association | $2,000 | Montgomery, AL, US | Md Research Grant Funding | 2016 |
| New Horizons Learning Center | $1,000 | Panama City, FL, US | Education | 2016 |
| Panama City Music Association | $1,000 | Panama City, FL, US | Community Music Appreciation | 2016 |
| Panama City Rescue Mission | $2,500 | Panama City, FL, US | Help For The Homeless | 2016 |
| Project Akilah Inc (amani Africa) | $2,500 | Tampa, FL, US | Women's Education | 2016 |
| Prostate Cancer Foundation | $150,000 | Santa Monica, CA, US | Prostate Cancer Research | 2016 |
| Rick Seltzer Park | $1,000 | Panama City, FL, US | Community Park Upkeep | 2016 |
| Salvation Army | $5,000 | Panama City, FL, US | Help For The Needy | 2016 |
| Special Olympics Florida | $1,000 | Clermont, FL, US | Sports Training And Competition | 2016 |
| St Andrew Community Medical Center | $10,000 | Panama City, FL, US | Community Medical Center For The Indigent - Parking Lot Paving | 2016 |
| Warrior Beach Retreat Inc | $5,000 | Panama City Beach, FL, US | Wounded Soldiers Retreat | 2016 |
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Contact Information
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| EIN | 59-3546150 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | 2605 THOMAS DRIVE Panama City Beach, FL 32408-6240 |
Key People (3)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee The Durden Foundation Inc's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| Director | Michael E Durden |
|---|---|
| Director | Karen L Durden |
| Director | D Scott Helms |
Forms 990-PF
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