Canino Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Canino Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Hartford, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $65,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $25,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$65,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$702,600
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was down from $80,000 the year before.
60% of its 2025 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 | $50,000 | 5 | $724,520 |
| 2024 | $80,000 | 6 | $706,332 |
| 2025 | $65,000 | 5 | $702,600 |
How to apply
Canino Family Charitable Foundation 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 3 | $45,000 |
| New York | 1 | $15,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hope Sda Church | General support | $25,000 |
| Democracy Now | General support | $15,000 |
| CT Public Broadcasting | General support | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | General support | $10,000 |
| Center for Biological Diversity | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Carol L Canino
- Joel W Canino
Questions people ask
Does Canino Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Canino Family Charitable Foundation give?
$65,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Canino Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Carol L Canino (Trustee) and Joel W Canino (Trustee).