The Pasculano Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Pasculano Foundation is a private foundation in Cape Elizabeth, Maine. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.0 million in 21 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $400,000. 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$3.0 million
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$400,000
- Assets$27.3 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.5 million the year before.
0% of its 2024 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 | $2.5 million | 26 | $20.8 million |
| 2024 | $3.0 million | 21 | $27.3 million |
How to apply
The Pasculano 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 Pasculano Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 9 | $1.2 million |
| New York | 6 | $970,000 |
| Maine | 3 | $555,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $150,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $100,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bigelow Laboratory | To promote the work of the organization | $400,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy | To promote the work of the organization | $400,000 |
| Conservation Law Foundation | To promote the work of the organization | $250,000 |
| Horizons for Homeless Children | To promote the work of the organization | $200,000 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council | To promote the work of the organization | $200,000 |
| Greenwave Organization Corp | To promote the work of the organization | $150,000 |
| Prosperityme | To promote the work of the organization | $125,000 |
| Urban Arts | To promote the work of the organization | $120,000 |
| Compass Working Capital | To promote the work of the organization | $120,000 |
| Ceres Inc | To promote the work of the organization | $100,000 |
| Rare Inc | To promote the work of the organization | $100,000 |
| Mind-Builders Creative Arts Center | To promote the work of the organization | $100,000 |
| Zumix Inc | To promote the work of the organization | $100,000 |
| Raw Artworks | To promote the work of the organization | $100,000 |
| Artists for Humanity | To promote the work of the organization | $100,000 |
| Foodcorps | To promote the work of the organization | $100,000 |
| The Door | To promote the work of the organization | $100,000 |
| Lovin' Spoonfuls Inc | To promote the work of the organization | $100,000 |
| Heading Home Inc | To promote the work of the organization | $100,000 |
| Dances for A Variable Population | To promote the work of the organization | $50,000 |
| A Company of Girls | To promote the work of the organization | $30,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard Pasculano
- Lynne Pasculano
- Mark Pasculano
- Suzanne McGinn
Questions people ask
Does The Pasculano Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Pasculano Foundation give?
$3.0 million in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs The Pasculano Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Richard Pasculano (Trustee), Lynne Pasculano (Trustee), Mark Pasculano (Co-President) and Suzanne McGinn (Co-President).
What does The Pasculano Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, arts and culture and youth programs.