EDYTH BUSH FOUNDATION

FYE 2007 GRANT LIST

September 1, 2006 to August 31, 2007

CIVIC AND COMMUNITY

AFP Foundation for Philanthropy

Arlington, Virginia

In support of the 2008 Leadership, Governance, and Giving conference. For more information about AFP Foundation for Philanthropy, please visit www.afpnet.org


GRANT AMOUNT $49,881.00

Black History Committee of
Orange County, Inc.

Orlando, Florida

In support of the Fifth Annual Black History Month Banquet and Celebration. For more information about Black History Committee of Orange County, please visit www.bhcoc.com


GRANT AMOUNT $2,500.00

Community Vision

Kissimmee, Florida

In support of the Osceola Youth Summit 2007. For more information about Community Vision, please visit www.communityvision.org.


GRANT AMOUNT $5,000.00

Council on Foundations

Washington, DC

In support of the Council on Foundations’ 2007 programs. For more information about Council on Foundations, please visit www.cof.org.


GRANT AMOUNT $8,750.00

Crealdé Arts, Inc.

Winter Park, Florida

A Richard J. Conlee Fund contribution for the support of the Hannibal Square Heritage Center. For more information about Crealdé Arts, please visit www.crealde.org.


GRANT AMOUNT $3,300.00

Donors Forum of South Florida

Miami, Florida

In support of Donors Forum of South Florida’s 2007 programs. For more information about Donors Forum of South Florida, please visit www.donorsforumsf.org.


GRANT AMOUNT $1,000.00

Federation of Congregations United
to Serve. Inc.

Orlando, Florida

Transportation costs for children to attend the Holiday Citrus Bowl event.


GRANT AMOUNT $240.00

Florida Philanthropic Network

Winter Park, Florida

In support of Florida Philanthropic Network’s 2008 programs. For more information about Florida Philanthropic Network, please visit www.fpnetwork.org.


GRANT AMOUNT $50,000.00

The Foundation Center

Atlanta, Georgia

In support of The Foundation Center’s 2006 programs. For more information about The Foundation Center, please visit www.fdncenter.org.


GRANT AMOUNT $1,500.00

The Foundation Center

Atlanta, Georgia

In support of The Foundation Center’s 2007 programs nationally and across the State of Florida. For more information about The Foundation Center, please visit www.fdncenter.org.


GRANT AMOUNT $1,500.00

Funders' Network for Smart Growth and Livable Communities

Coral Gables, Florida

In support of Funders' Network for Smart Growth and Livable Communities’ 2007 programs and to learn how “smart growth” can benefit Central Florida. For more information about Funders' Network for Smart Growth and Livable Communities, please visit www.fundersnetwork.org.


GRANT AMOUNT $1,000.00

Grantmakers for Effective Organizations

Washington, DC

In support of Grantmakers for Effective Organizations’ 2007 programs.. For more information about Grantmakers for Effective Organizations, please visit www.geofunders.org.


GRANT AMOUNT $1,000.00

Jewish Community Center of Greater
Orlando, Inc.

Maitland, Florida

To fund an upgrade and integration of the agency’s outdated information technology systems. For more information about Jewish Community Center of Greater Orlando, please visit www.orlandojcc.org.


GRANT AMOUNT $74,672.00

National Alliance For Choice In Giving

Portland, Maine

In support of the 2007 National Workplace Giving Summit held in Orlando, Florida. For more information about National Alliance For Choice In Giving, please visit www.choiceingiving.org.


GRANT AMOUNT $2,500.00

Orlando Regional Chamber of Commerce

Orlando, Florida

To highlight and enhance the role of small business giving and volunteering in the Small Business Summit agenda. For more information about the Orlando Regional Chamber of Commerce, please visit www.orlando.org.


GRANT AMOUNT $30,000.00

The Philanthropy and Nonprofit
Leadership Center

Winter Park, FL

Training in fundraising and strategic planning for Hispanic Focus Fund leadership. For more information about The Philanthropy and Nonprofit Leadership Center, please visit www.pnlc.rollins.edu.


GRANT AMOUNT $1,000.00

The Philanthropy and Nonprofit
Leadership Center

Winter Park, FL

In support of 2007 programs of the Donors Forum of Central Florida. For more information about The Philanthropy and Nonprofit Leadership Center, please visit www.pnlc.rollins.edu.


GRANT AMOUNT $10,000.00

The Philanthropy Roundtable

Washington, DC

In support of The Philanthropy Roundtable’s 2007 programs. For more information about The Philanthropy Roundtable, please visit www.philanthropyroundtable.org.


GRANT AMOUNT $500.00


CULTURAL

Albin Polasek Foundation

Winter Park, Florida

A Richard J. Conlee Fund contribution for the support of Winter Park arts and cultural organizations. For more information about Albin Polasek Museum and Sculpture Gardens, please visit www.polasek.org.


GRANT AMOUNT $1,000.00

The Bach Festival Society of Winter Park

Winter Park, Florida

Support to attend Leadership Winter Park. For more information about The Bach Festival Society of Winter Park, please visit www.bachfestivalflorida.org.


GRANT AMOUNT $1,900.00

The Bach Festival Society of Winter Park

Winter Park, Florida

A Richard J. Conlee Fund contribution for the support of classical music. For more information about The Bach Festival Society of Winter Park, please visit www.bachfestivalflorida.org.


GRANT AMOUNT $1,000.00

Dr. P. Phillips Orlando Performing Arts Center

Orlando, Florida

Support for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Leadership Center curriculum.


GRANT AMOUNT $5,000.00

Festival of Orchestras

Winter Park, Florida

To provide grant writing training. For more information on Festival of Orchestras, please visit www.festivaloforchestras.com.


GRANT AMOUNT $500.00

Festival of Orchestras

Winter Park, Florida

Support to attend Leadership Winter Park. For more information on Festival of Orchestras, please visit www.festivaloforchestras.com.


GRANT AMOUNT $1,900.00

Festival of Orchestras

Winter Park, Florida

Support of The Boston Pops performance in Orlando, Florida in a collaborative effort with Darden Restaurants. For more information on Festival of Orchestras, please visit www.festivaloforchestras.com.


GRANT AMOUNT $80,000.00

The Florida Symphony Youth Orchestra, Inc.

Winter Park, Florida

To provide nonprofit management and leadership training. For more information on The Florida symphony Youth Orchestra, please visit www.fsyo.org.


GRANT AMOUNT $240.00

Orlando Opera Company, Inc.

Orlando, Florida

To fund the new Director of Corporate and Foundation Giving position and provide funding for a 5-day training program at the Indiana Philanthropy Center. For more information about Orlando Opera Company, please visit www.orlandoopera.org.


GRANT AMOUNT $103,581.00

Orlando UCF Shakespeare Festival

Orlando, Florida

To assist in the search for a new Managing Director. For more information about Orlando UCF Shakespeare Festival, please visit www.shakespearefest.org.


GRANT AMOUNT $5,000.00

Winter Garden Heritage Foundation

Winter Garden, Florida

To provide Staff training opportunity through participation at the Association of Performing Arts Presenters’ national meeting. For more information about Winter Garden Heritage Foundation, please visit www.wghf.org.


GRANT AMOUNT $2,500.00


EDUCATION

Adult Literacy League, Inc.

Orlando, Florida

Support a Community and Donor Relations Specialist position. For more information about Adult Literacy League, please visit www.adultliteracyleague.org


GRANT AMOUNT $76,100.00

A Gift For Teaching

Orlando, Florida

In support of the Paper Moon Under a Canvas Sky event. For more information about A Gift For Teaching, please visit www.agiftforteaching.org


GRANT AMOUNT $40.00

A Gift For Teaching

Orlando, Florida

In support of the 2007 Color A Future event. For more information about A Gift For Teaching, please visit www.agiftforteaching.org


GRANT AMOUNT $500.00

Lake Eola Charter School

Orlando, Florida

In support of “Putting a Down Payment on Orlando's Future” campaign. For more information on Lake Eola Charter School, please visit www.lecs.org.


GRANT AMOUNT $5,000.00

United Arts of Central Florida

Maitland, Florida

Designated for support of 2007 Orlando Science Center programs. For more information about United Arts of Central Florida, please visit www.UnitedArts.cc


GRANT AMOUNT $5,000.00

Winter Park Public Library

Winter Park, Florida

A Richard J. Conlee Fund contribution for the support of the Children's Library For more information about the Winter Park Public Library, please visit www.wppl.org


GRANT AMOUNT $5,000.00

Winter Park Public Library

Winter Park, Florida

In support of the Winter Park Public Library’s 2006 Programs. For more information about the Winter Park Public Library, please visit www.wppl.org


GRANT AMOUNT $3,000.00

Workforce Advantage Academy

Orlando, Florida

In support of Workforce Advantage Academy’s programs. For more information on Workforce Advantage Academy, please visit www.workforceacademy.com.


GRANT AMOUNT $1,000.00


HEALTH CARE

Burnham Institute for Medical Research at Lake Nona

Orlando, Florida

Participation in Association of Fundraising Professionals and the Philanthropy and Nonprofit Leadership Center at Rollins College. For more information about Burnham Institute for Medical Research, please visit www.burnham.org


GRANT AMOUNT $3,500.00

Devereux Florida

Orlando, Florida

In support of Devereux’s Emergency Shelter. For more information on Devereux Florida, please visit www.devereuxfl.org


GRANT AMOUNT $1,000.00

Devereux Florida

Orlando, Florida

To establish a capable, professional and well-organized fund development department. For more information about Devereux Florida, please visit www.devereux.org.


GRANT AMOUNT $96,080.00

Orlando Regional Healthcare Foundation, Inc.

Orlando, Florida

In support of the Trauma Center. For more information about Orlando Regional Healthcare Foundation, please visit www.orlandoregional.org


GRANT AMOUNT $1,000.00

Shepherd's Hope, Inc.

Orlando, Florida

In support of the Longwood Shepherd's Hope Health Center and a new model of health care delivery for the uninsured who do not qualify for governmental programs. For more information about Shepherd’s Hope, please visit www.shepherdshope.org


GRANT AMOUNT $268,339.00


HUMAN SERVICES

Alzheimer Resource Center, Inc.

Orlando, Florida

In support of the Lifeline of Hope Society program. For more information on Alzheimer Resource Center, please visit www.AlzheimerResourceCenter.org.


GRANT AMOUNT $250.00

American Red Cross of Central Florida

Orlando, Florida

To provide tornado emergency disaster relief for Central Florida caused by the February 2, 2007, tornadoes. For more information about American Red Cross of Central Florida, please visit www.redcross.org/fl/centralflorida


GRANT AMOUNT $50,000.00

Anthony House Inc.

Zellwood, Florida

To provide Board & Staff training to assist in developing an action plan. For more information on Anthony House, please visit www.anthonyhouse.org.


GRANT AMOUNT $5,000.00

Anthony House Inc.

Zellwood, Florida

To assist with current needs. For more information on Anthony House, please visit www.anthonyhouse.org


GRANT AMOUNT $3,000.00

Anthony House Inc.

Zellwood, Florida

To facilitate a community-wide effort to continue the work of Anthony House. For more information on Anthony House, please visit www.anthonyhouse.org


GRANT AMOUNT $118,000.00

Anthony House Inc.

Zellwood, Florida

To match an individual's anonymous contribution to Anthony House seeking to stabilize and enhance the 22 year tradition of helping the homeless of Northwest Orange County. For more information on Anthony House, please visit www.anthonyhouse.org


GRANT AMOUNT $100,000.00

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Florida, Inc.

Winter Park, Florida

To support a comprehensive technology plan. For more information about Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Florida, please visit www.bbbscfl.org


GRANT AMOUNT $72,758.00

BETA Center

Orlando, Florida

To purchase diapers, formula, and baby food for the emergency pantry for the children of BETA moms. For more information about BETA, please visit www.betacenter.org


GRANT AMOUNT $10,000.00

BETA Center

Orlando, Florida

In support of the Annual Hearts and Dreams Breakfast. For more information about BETA, please visit www.betacenter.org


GRANT AMOUNT $1,000.00

Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida, Inc.

Orlando, Florida

In support of Faces of the Future program. For more information about Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida, please visit www.bgccf.org


GRANT AMOUNT $1,000.00

Catholic Volunteers in Florida

Orlando, Florida

To support tornado emergency disaster relief for Central Florida caused by the February 2, 2007, tornadoes. For more information about Catholic Charities of Orlando, please visit www.ccorlando.org


GRANT AMOUNT $25,000.00

Catholic Volunteers in Florida

Orlando, Florida

To provide training for grant proposal writing. For more information about Catholic Volunteers in Florida, please visit www.cvif.org.


GRANT AMOUNT $650.00

Children's Home of Detroit

Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan

To conduct a qualitative study of Children of Today: Short Term Intervention-Long Term Gains project. For more information about Children’s Home of Detroit, please visit www.childrenshomeofdetroit.org.


GRANT AMOUNT $40,000.00

Christian HELP Foundation, Inc.

Casselberry, Florida

To hire new executive staff to transition into the role of Executive Director. For more information about Christian HELP Foundation, please visit www.christianhelp.org.


GRANT AMOUNT $99,000.00

Community Service Center of South Orange County, Inc.

Orlando, Florida

In support of the Community Caring & Sharing program. For more information about Community Service Center of South Orange County, please visit www.communityservicecenter.org


GRANT AMOUNT $1,000

The Farmworker Association of Florida, Inc.

Apopka, Florida

To hire an Administrator to replace retiring Founder/Administrator and to fund Board/Staff training. For more information about The Farmworker Association of Florida, please visit www.farmworkers.org.


GRANT AMOUNT $57,652.00

Forgotten Harvest

Southfield, Michigan

In support of the Grocery Food Rescue Project. For more information about Forgotten Harvest, please visit www.forgottenharvest.org


GRANT AMOUNT $25,000.00

Jewish Family Services of Greater Orlando, Inc.

Winter Park, Florida

To hire an Assistant Director. For more information about Jewish Family Services of Greater Orlando, please visit www.jfsorlando.org


GRANT AMOUNT $123,705.00

Kids in Distressed Situations, Inc.

New York, New York

In support of the Central Florida K.I.D.S. Program. For more information about Kids in Distressed Situations, please visit www.kidsdonations.org


GRANT AMOUNT $160,000.00

Lighthouse Central Florida

Orlando, Florida

In support of the Florida Vision Summit. For more information about Lighthouse Central Florida, please visit www.lighthousecentralflorida.org/


GRANT AMOUNT $2,500.00

Living Hope International Ministry, Inc.

Orlando, Florida

To fund and execute a strategic transition plan.


GRANT AMOUNT $95,310.00

Lutheran Counseling Services, Inc.

Winter Park, Florida

In support of the 2006-07 programs that provide quality professional care through confidential pastoral counseling and consultation. For more information about Lutheran Counseling Services, please visit www.lutherancounselingservices.org.


GRANT AMOUNT $1,000.00

Orlando Community and Youth Trust

Orlando, Florida

To provide an opportunity for Orlando Community and Youth Trust staff to attend the Nemours Conference on Child Health Promotion.


GRANT AMOUNT $2,000.00

Pace Brantley Hall School

Longwood, FL

To provide nonprofit management and leadership training. For more information about Pace Brantley Hall School, please visit www.mypbhs.org


GRANT AMOUNT $1,000.00

PAX Romana Center St. Thomas University

Miami Gardens, Florida

In support of Pax Romana Center for International Study of Catholic School Teaching.


GRANT AMOUNT $2,500.00

Primrose Center, Inc.

Orlando,Florida

To hire a development director. For more information about Primrose Center, please visit www.primrosecenter.org


GRANT AMOUNT $156,821.00

Quest, Inc.

Apopka, Florida

In support of Camp Thunderbird. For more information about Quest, Inc., please visit www.questinc.org.


GRANT AMOUNT $1,000.00

Restore Hope Orlando, Inc.

Orlando, Florida

In support of Restore Hope Orlando programs. For more information about Restore Orlando, please visit www.restorehopeorlando.org.


GRANT AMOUNT $5,000.00

Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Florida

Orlando, Florida

To support a full-time Volunteer Coordinator position and provide site visit expense to three Ronald McDonald Houses. For more information about Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Florida, please visit www.rmhccf.org


GRANT AMOUNT $70,750.00

Seniors First, Inc.

Orlando, Florida

To conduct a national search for a new Chief Executive Officer. For more information about Seniors First, please visit www.seniorsfirstinc.org


GRANT AMOUNT $42,000.00

Shepherd's Promise

Orlando, Florida

To hire a part-time Program Administrative Assistant, training, and computer upgrades. For more information about Shepherd’s Promise, please visit www.shepherdspromise.org.


GRANT AMOUNT $31,000.00

United Cerebral Palsy of Central Florida, Inc.

Orlando, Florida

To fund initiatives to ensure all six centers are operating at full capacity and are maximizing resources, and for re-branding to build public awareness. For more information about UCP, please visit www.ucpcdc.org.


GRANT AMOUNT $97,113.00

United Cerebral Palsy of Central Florida, Inc.

Orlando, Florida

In support of United Cerebral Palsy of Central Florida’s programs. For more information about UCP, please visit www.ucpcdc.org


GRANT AMOUNT $2,250.00

Winter Park Day Nursery, Inc.

Winter Park, Florida

A Richard J. Conlee Fund contribution for support to attend Leadership Winter Park.


GRANT AMOUNT $1,900.00

Youth Sports and Recreation Commission

Detroit, Michigan

In support of the 10th Annual "Show Me the Funders" Resource Expo. For more information about Youth Sports and Recreation Commission, please visit www.ysrc.org


GRANT AMOUNT $2,500.00


OTHER

Foundation Financial Officers Group

Miami, Florida

In support of the FFOG Spring 2007 National Conference. For more information about the Foundation Financial Officers Group, please visit www.ffog.org


GRANT AMOUNT $2,500.00

The Orlando Humane Society, Inc./SPCA of Central Florida

Orlando, Florida

To provide Orlando Humane Society emergency support after fire damaged Seminole County Animal Services. For more information about The Orlando Humane Society, Inc./SPCA of Central Florida, please visit www.ohs-spca.org


GRANT AMOUNT $10,000.00

Zoological Society of San Diego

San Diego, California

To purchase a veterinary hematology analyzer for the CRES Pathology division. For more information about Zoological Society of San Diego, please visit www.sandiegozoo.com


GRANT AMOUNT $30,138.00

Zoological Society of San Diego

San Diego, California

To purchase an automated stainer for the Wildlife Disease Laboratories. For more information about Zoological Society of San Diego, please visit www.sandiegozoo.com


GRANT AMOUNT $33,935.00

Our Vision

"To provide nonprofit programs and grantmaking designed to help people help themselves"

 

Our Founder

Edyth BushEdyth Bush (Mrs. Archibald G. Bush) was born in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of Sarah and Eugene Bassler. She became a successful ballet dancer, actress, musician, composer and playwright.