Giordano Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Giordano Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Vero Beach, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $68,500 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$68,500
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$506,473
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2024 was up from $34,000 the year before.
71% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $74,550 | 9 | $565,487 |
| 2023 | $34,000 | 7 | $556,414 |
| 2024 | $68,500 | 15 | $506,473 |
How to apply
Giordano 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 Giordano Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 7 | $31,000 |
| Florida | 6 | $26,500 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $10,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Youth Sailing Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Island Autism | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Jackson Baptist Church | Charitable | $10,000 |
| The Vineyard Preservation Trust | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Wheels and Keels Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity - Indian River County | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Quail Valley Charities | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Vineyard Preservation Trust | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Sail Martha's Vineyard | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Martha's Vineyard Hospital | Charitable | $5,000 |
| MC Kee Botanical Garden | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Ducks Unlimited | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Vero Beach Pba | Charitable | $500 |
| Edgartown Patrolman Association | Charitable | $500 |
| Martha's Vineyard Shellfish Group | Charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph Giordano
- Salvatore Giordano
- Simone Muscarnera
Questions people ask
Does Giordano Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Giordano Foundation Inc give?
$68,500 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Giordano Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Joseph Giordano (Pres/Dir), Salvatore Giordano (Vp/Dir) and Simone Muscarnera (Acting Sec).
What does Giordano Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.