The Paul J Dimare Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Paul J Dimare Foundation is a private foundation in Homestead, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $12.6 million in 7 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $8.9 million. 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$12.6 million
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$8.9 million
- Assets$1.1 billion
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $3.5 million the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3.1 million | 16 | $70.7 million |
| 2024 | $3.5 million | 19 | $107 million |
| 2025 | $12.6 million | 7 | $1.1 billion |
How to apply
The Paul J Dimare 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 The Paul J Dimare Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 1 | $8.9 million |
| Florida | 6 | $3.8 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Umass Medical ALS Research Fund | education | $8.9 million |
| Buoniconti Fund | medicine | $3.6 million |
| Vizcaya museum & Gardens | Youth services | $50,600 |
| American red cross | Education | $50,000 |
| United Way Miami | human services | $35,000 |
| Women of Tomorrow | social services | $25,000 |
| Young Patronesses of the opera | arts | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Paul J Dimare Jr
- Anthony Dimare
- Gino Dimare
- Scott DiMARE
Questions people ask
Does The Paul J Dimare Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Paul J Dimare Foundation give?
$12.6 million in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs The Paul J Dimare Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Paul J Dimare Jr (Trustee), Anthony Dimare (President), Gino Dimare (trustee) and Scott DiMARE (Trustee).
What does The Paul J Dimare Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and human services.