Lawrence P Castellani Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lawrence P Castellani Family Foundation is a private foundation in Sarasota, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $584,788 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$584,788
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$11.4 million
- New grantees68%
Giving in 2024 was down from $592,978 the year before.
68% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $592,978 | 16 | $11.7 million |
| 2024 | $584,788 | 25 | $11.4 million |
How to apply
Lawrence P Castellani 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.
What Lawrence P Castellani Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 1 | $200,000 |
| Florida | 8 | $195,000 |
| New York | 8 | $174,500 |
| Connecticut | 6 | $9,788 |
| Kansas | 1 | $5,000 |
| California | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| NCIA Foundation | Further the donee's mission | $200,000 |
| Roswell Park Alliance Foundation | General support to the roswell park comprehensive cancer center | $125,000 |
| Safe Place and Rape Crisis Center | Support for victims of domestic and sexual violence | $85,000 |
| Florida Studio Theatres | General support for the fst and the mulva arts plaza project | $50,000 |
| Community Foundation of Sarasota County | Support for victims of domestic and sexual violence | $25,000 |
| Sarasota Ballet | GENERAL SUPPORT, THE Sarasota Ballet'S GALA | $15,000 |
| Canisius High School | Further the donee's mission | $12,500 |
| Niagara University | General support to the castellani art museum of niagara university | $10,000 |
| University at Buffalo Foundation | Further the donee's mission | $10,000 |
| Colgate University | Further the donee's mission | $6,000 |
| Moffitt Cancer Center | Support research innovation | $5,000 |
| Sarasota Performing Arts Foundation | Further the donee's mission | $5,000 |
| Sarasota Memorial Healthcare Foundation | Further the donee's mission | $5,000 |
| Sarasota Art Museum | Further the donee's mission | $5,000 |
| The Darien Foundation | Further the donee's mission | $5,000 |
| Golfology Fore Cardiology Inc | Further the donee's mission | $5,000 |
| New York Road Runners | Further the donee's mission | $5,000 |
| Head Strong Project | Further the donee's mission | $5,000 |
| The Darien Depot | Further the donee's mission | $2,000 |
| Mather Homestead | Further the donee's mission | $1,000 |
| St Lawrence University | Sydney C. Lohr Memorial Fund | $1,000 |
| Fraternal Order of the Umbrella | Further the donee's mission | $1,000 |
| New Canaan Country School | Further the donee's mission | $523 |
| NextStep Fitness | Further the donee's mission | $500 |
| Experience Camps | Further the donee's mission | $265 |
Officers and trustees
- Joan J Castellani
- Lawrence P Castellani Jr
Questions people ask
Does Lawrence P Castellani Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lawrence P Castellani Family Foundation give?
$584,788 in tax year 2024, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Lawrence P Castellani Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Joan J Castellani (Trustee) and Lawrence P Castellani Jr (Trustee).
What does Lawrence P Castellani Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and arts and culture.