Buente Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Buente Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in St Augustine, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $75,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$75,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $125,500 the year before.
33% 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 | $179,025 | 12 | $852,440 |
| 2024 | $125,500 | 6 | $1.0 million |
| 2025 | $75,000 | 3 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Buente Family Foundation Inc 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 Buente Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 1 | $30,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $25,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mayo Clinic | Medical research | $30,000 |
| Center for Disaster Philanthropy | Help survivors of humanitiarian emer | $25,000 |
| United Way of St Johns County | Mobilize communities to advance comm | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Stephen M Buente
- Tressa C Buente
- Melissa A Powell
Questions people ask
Does Buente Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Buente Family Foundation Inc give?
$75,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Buente Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Stephen M Buente (Directr, Pre), Tressa C Buente (Director) and Melissa A Powell (Director, VP).
What does Buente Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, health and science and research.