Capdevilla Gillespie Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Capdevilla Gillespie Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $235,750 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$235,750
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2025 was up from $84,750 the year before.
46% 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 | $221,000 | 13 | $192,065 |
| 2024 | $84,750 | 10 | $516,152 |
| 2025 | $235,750 | 16 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Capdevilla Gillespie 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 Capdevilla Gillespie Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 14 | $180,750 |
| New York | 1 | $30,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ocean Discovery Institute | High School Discovery Fellows program and the Building Mathematic Identity and Achievement program | $50,000 |
| National Alliance for Musical Theatre Inc | Impact & Exploration Fund | $30,000 |
| Campanile Foundation | Family Woman in Leadership Endowment Fund | $25,000 |
| Campanile Foundation | Osinski Family Women in Leadership Endowment Fund and Women in Leadership Conference | $25,000 |
| Montclair State University Foundation Inc | The Wendy Gillespie Scholarship Fund | $25,000 |
| Speed of Change Inc | TedEx San Diego Event | $10,000 |
| Speed of Change Inc | TedEx San Diego Women: Majesty Event | $10,000 |
| Theatre & Arts Foundation of San Diego County | Community Learning Circle | $10,000 |
| United Way of San Diego County | SparkPoint Program | $10,000 |
| University of San Diego | School of Peace and Justice, Masters of Arts, Social Innovation Scholarship fund | $10,000 |
| Bayside Community Center | Art in the garden program and LVCG Irrigation system | $6,750 |
| Bayside Community Center | Art in the garden program and LVCG Irrigation system | $6,750 |
| Kyoto Symposium Organization | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Old Globe Theatre | Grinch in Espanol programming project | $5,000 |
| Pacific Arts Movement | Reel Voices Program | $5,000 |
| Catalyst of San Diego & Imperial Counties | 2025 Membership Dues and Annual Conference Sponsorship | $2,250 |
Officers and trustees
- Kim Benson
- Wendy Gillespie
- Martha Phillips
Questions people ask
Does Capdevilla Gillespie Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Capdevilla Gillespie Foundation give?
$235,750 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Capdevilla Gillespie Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kim Benson (Sec), Wendy Gillespie (Dir, Pres) and Martha Phillips (Cfo).
What does Capdevilla Gillespie Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and environment and conservation.