Tom S & Marye Kate Aldridge Charitable
The organization is a private foundation dedicated to supporting various charitable causes, with a particular focus on education, youth development, and services for individuals with disabilities. Its mission includes funding scholarships, children's camps, and community-based programming, as well as supporting libraries and community initiatives. The foundation primarily serves educational and disability support sectors, reflecting a commitment to enhancing opportunities for children and individuals with special needs. While it is based in Florida, its funding activities extend significantly into Oklahoma and Texas.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
A small-to-midsize nonprofit working in education, youth development (including camps), scholarships, libraries, or home/community services for people with disabilities, preferably with ties or partners in Oklahoma or Florida.
Good Fit
- • Programs focused on scholarships, youth camps, libraries, or home/community disability services.
- • Request sizes in the ~$5K–$25K range.
- • Existing local or regional connection in Oklahoma or Florida.
- • A referral, introduction, or prior relationship with the foundation leadership or repeat grantees.
Geography
Grants were made across three states but were heavily concentrated in Oklahoma, which received roughly three quarters of the dollars, indicating a regional footprint rather than a broad national one.
Recipient Variety
The latest year shows eight distinct independent recipients with five recurring from the prior year, which indicates a moderate spread of beneficiaries for a small private foundation.
New Applicants
The foundation declares it funds only preselected applicants, but three new recipients appeared in the latest year and a named contact/mailing route exists; direct evidence of open public entry is limited, so new applicants may get funded primarily via referral or cultivation.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
