David and Sherry Cordani Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
David and Sherry Cordani Family Foundation is a private foundation in West Hartford, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $889,184 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $1,764 and the largest $500,000. 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$889,184
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$1,764
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$4.0 million
- New grantees55%
Giving in 2024 was up from $868,515 the year before.
55% 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 | $868,515 | 15 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $889,184 | 20 | $4.0 million |
How to apply
David and Sherry Cordani Family 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.
What David and Sherry Cordani Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 2 | $500,262 |
| New York | 2 | $120,207 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $103,527 |
| Texas | 1 | $100,000 |
| Georgia | 2 | $35,657 |
| California | 1 | $20,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Connecticut | 7 | $4,031 |
| Florida | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gary Sinise Foundation | Current use for general charitable purposes | $500,000 |
| Achilles International Inc | Current use for general charitable purposes | $100,000 |
| Boston College Trustees | Current use for general charitable purposes | $100,000 |
| Texas A & M Foundation | Current use for general charitable purposes | $100,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of America | Current use for general charitable purposes | $35,604 |
| JDRF Breakthrough T1D | Current use for general charitable purposes | $20,207 |
| BABY2BABY | Current use for general charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Research Foundation | Current use for general charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Connecticut Brain Tumor Alliance Inc | Current use for general charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| Fenwick Improvement Fund | Current use for general charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| Pan Masschusetts Challenge Trust | Current use for general charitable purposes | $1,027 |
| Connecticut Veterans Legal Center | Current use for general charitable purposes | $531 |
| Palm Beach Dramaworks Inc | Current use for general charitable purposes | $500 |
| St Jude's Children's Research Hospital | Current use for general charitable purposes | $262 |
| Bushnell Center for Performing Arts | Current use for general charitable purposes | $250 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Hartford | Current use for general charitable purposes | $250 |
| Simsbury High School Student-Parent-Teacher Council Inc | Current use for general charitable purposes | $200 |
| The Connecticut Hospice Inc | Current use for general charitable purposes | $200 |
| Simsbury High School Boosters Inc (Girls Soccer) | Current use for general charitable purposes | $100 |
| American Cancer Society Inc | Current use for general charitable purposes | $53 |
Officers and trustees
- David M Cordani
- Sherry L Cordani
Questions people ask
Does David and Sherry Cordani Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does David and Sherry Cordani Family Foundation give?
$889,184 in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $1,764.
Who runs David and Sherry Cordani Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists David M Cordani (Trustee) and Sherry L Cordani (Trustee).
What does David and Sherry Cordani Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and health.