The Corridoni Foundation for Agency and Self-Determination
Preselected recipients only
The Corridoni Foundation for Agency and Self-Determination is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $710,000 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $275,000. 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$710,000
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$275,000
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.7 million the year before.
38% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $491,000 | 15 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $1.7 million | 22 | $2.5 million |
| 2025 | $710,000 | 17 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
The Corridoni Foundation for Agency and Self-Determination 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 The Corridoni Foundation for Agency and Self-Determination funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 12 | $623,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $50,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $25,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
| California | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Equaspace | General & Unrestricted | $275,000 |
| Constellation Fund | General & Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Equaspace | Operational Support fund | $100,000 |
| World Savvy Inc | School Inclusion Fund and the "We Must Imagine" Campaign Fund | $100,000 |
| Bucknell University | The Susan Corridoni Fund for Entrepreneurship & Innovation and The Perricelli-Gegnas Center for Entrepreneurship | $50,000 |
| University of Chicago | Susan Corridoni Scholarship Fund | $25,000 |
| Breck School | Financial Aid Fund | $10,000 |
| Public Functionary | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Way to Grow | Shine Celebration Fund | $10,000 |
| American Civil Liberties Union Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Babson College | Stephen B. Cutler Center for Investments & Finance | $5,000 |
| Daily Work | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Minnesota Council of Nonprofits Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Northside Achievement Zone | Wealth Builds Minneapolis Initiative | $5,000 |
| Highpoint Center for Printmaking | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Raise the Barr | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Greater Twin Citie | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan Corridoni
Questions people ask
Does The Corridoni Foundation for Agency and Self-Determination accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Corridoni Foundation for Agency and Self-Determination give?
$710,000 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Corridoni Foundation for Agency and Self-Determination?
Its 2025 filing lists Susan Corridoni (Pres, Dir, Sec, Treas).
What does The Corridoni Foundation for Agency and Self-Determination fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.