Calvanese Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Calvanese Family Foundation is a private foundation in Naples, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $9,100 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$9,100
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$594,888
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $13,100 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 | $17,100 | 10 | $552,798 |
| 2024 | $13,100 | 5 | $603,498 |
| 2025 | $9,100 | 6 | $594,888 |
How to apply
Calvanese 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 2 | $5,100 |
| California | 2 | $2,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Artis-Naples | To fund the general operations | $5,000 |
| National Park Foundation | To fund the general operations | $1,000 |
| Music of the Baroque | To fund the general operations | $1,000 |
| Rodale Institute | To fund the general operations | $1,000 |
| American Heart Association | To fund the general operations | $1,000 |
| Florida Sheriff's Association | To fund the general operations | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Dennis A Calvanese
- Amy Calvanese
- Bart Calvanese
- Michelle Calvanese
- Paxton Calvanese
- Sandra J Calvanese
Questions people ask
Does Calvanese Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Calvanese Family Foundation give?
$9,100 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Calvanese Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Dennis A Calvanese (Trustee), Amy Calvanese (Trustee), Bart Calvanese (Trustee) and Michelle Calvanese (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.