Alfredo and Ada Capitanini Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Alfredo and Ada Capitanini Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $123,750 in 44 grants; the typical grant was $1,750 and the largest $25,000. 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$123,750
- Number of grants44
- Typical grant$1,750
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$5.0 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was up from $95,250 the year before.
25% of its 2024 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 | $95,250 | 41 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $123,750 | 44 | $5.0 million |
How to apply
Alfredo and Ada Capitanini 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 Alfredo and Ada Capitanini Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 33 | $113,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $3,750 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $3,000 |
| New York | 2 | $1,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $500 |
| Washington | 1 | $500 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lyric Opera of Chicago | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Hippocratic Cancer Research Foundat | Scientific | $10,000 |
| Illinois Policy Institute | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Chicago Academy for the Arts | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Hadley | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Preservation Chicago | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Saint Ignatius College Prep | Educational | $5,000 |
| St Vincent Ferrer Church | Charitable | $5,000 |
| The Night Ministry | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Fenwick High School | Educational | $5,000 |
| Ignite | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Ave Maria University Annual Fund | Religious | $2,500 |
| Chicago Police Foundation | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Dominican University | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Leo High School | Educational | $2,500 |
| Ucan | Scientific | $2,500 |
| Inspiration Corporation | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Friends of Florence | Historical | $2,500 |
| Little City Foundation | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Merit School of Music | Educational | $2,000 |
| The Shrine of Our Lady of Pompeii | Religious | $2,000 |
| Annual Catholic Appeal | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Dominican Friars Central Province | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Catholic Relief Services | Religious | $1,000 |
| Macular Degeneration Research | Scientific | $1,000 |
| Memorial Sloan Kettering | Scientific | $1,000 |
| Misericordia | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Greek American Rehabilitation & Car | Scientific | $1,000 |
| Center for Independence | Charitable | $1,000 |
| National School Choice | Educational | $1,000 |
| Chicago Coalition for the Homeless | Charitable | $500 |
| Fransican Mission | Charitable | $500 |
| Frontier Nursing | Scientific | $500 |
| Lincoln Park Zoo | Charitable | $500 |
| Make A Wish | Charitable | $500 |
| Mary Knoll Fathers and Brothers | Charitable | $500 |
| Meals on Wheels Northern Illinois | Charitable | $500 |
| Save the Children | Charitable | $500 |
| The Chicago Lighthouse | Educational | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Raymond Capitanini
- Alfredo Capitanini
- Gina Capitanini
Questions people ask
Does Alfredo and Ada Capitanini Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Alfredo and Ada Capitanini Foundation give?
$123,750 in tax year 2024, across 44 grants, with a typical grant of $1,750.
Who runs Alfredo and Ada Capitanini Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Raymond Capitanini (President), Alfredo Capitanini (Vice Preside) and Gina Capitanini (Treasurer).
What does Alfredo and Ada Capitanini Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and faith communities.