The Hope Florida Foundation didn't keep meeting minutes, had no budget or bylaws, didn't file its tax returns and asked few questions before steering $10 million to two dark money groups.
The state-created charity has had three meetings since it was created in 2023 but only recorded the minutes from one.
The foundation received a request from a dark money group affiliated with the Florida Chamber of Commerce requesting a $5 million grant.
The grant was approved during a 20-minute meeting that was never publicized.
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Weston Mill-based social enterprise Surplus Rescue CIC (Community Interest Company) recycles and finds homes for unwanted furniture. To date, it has received “extensive amounts” of quality second-hand furniture including desks, pedestals, cupboards and office chairs from a former local authority office equipment – and wants to find them a good home.