Kayla Mitchell Foundation
This organization is a private foundation dedicated to supporting a variety of charitable causes, primarily in the arts and culture sector. Its mission reflects a commitment to enhancing community engagement through funding for theaters, botanical gardens, and educational institutions. The foundation also supports health-related charities and human services, indicating a broader interest in improving quality of life for diverse populations. While it primarily focuses its giving in Florida, it also extends support to organizations in New York. Overall, the foundation seeks to foster cultural enrichment and community well-being through its philanthropic efforts.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
Small-to-mid-size nonprofits based in the foundation's state (notably Sarasota/Florida) working in arts, culture, education, health, or local human services with an existing local reputation or relationship to the foundation's network.
Good Fit
- • Organization is based in Sarasota or elsewhere in Florida.
- • Mission aligns with arts and culture, local education, health, or community services.
- • Seeks general operating or modest program support in the $2.5K–$25K range.
- • Has an existing local connection, board or leadership introduction, or past collaboration with a grantee.
Geography
Observed giving is heavily concentrated in one state: the latest year shows 98% of dollars went to Florida and recipients were almost exclusively in that state (2 states observed).
Recipient Variety
In the latest year the foundation funded 15 distinct recipients across arts, education, health and human services; while the top five captured a large share of dollars, many independent organizations received awards.
New Applicants
Direct evidence of an open public application process is absent and the foundation declares it funds only preselected organizations, but the latest year shows 9 new recipients and some turnover across three years, which suggests new entrants can be added—likely by invitation rather than unsolicited application.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
