Barneys Friends NFP
Preselected recipients only
Barneys Friends NFP is a private foundation in Carefree, Arizona. In tax year 2024 it gave $25,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $15,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$25,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$475,702
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was up from $20,000 the year before.
67% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $20,000 | 1 | $421,556 |
| 2024 | $25,000 | 3 | $475,702 |
How to apply
Barneys Friends NFP says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Barneys Friends NFP funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 1 | $15,000 |
| Arizona | 2 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Almost Home Foundation | Animal Wellfare | $15,000 |
| Wild At Heart | Animal Wellfare | $5,000 |
| Kneadyng Kitty's Rescue | Animal Wellfare | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert A Mecca
- Barbara J Mecca
- Anthony D Mecca
- Kathryn Hendrickson
Questions people ask
Does Barneys Friends NFP accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Barneys Friends NFP give?
$25,000 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Barneys Friends NFP?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert A Mecca (Director), Barbara J Mecca (Executive Dir.), Anthony D Mecca (Director) and Kathryn Hendrickson (Director).
What does Barneys Friends NFP fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals.