The Principato Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Principato Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Chevy Chase, Maryland. In tax year 2024 it gave $135,300 in 40 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $39,500. 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$135,300
- Number of grants40
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$39,500
- Assets$3.5 million
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2024 was up from $101,290 the year before.
28% 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 | $101,290 | 36 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $135,300 | 40 | $3.5 million |
How to apply
The Principato Family 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 The Principato Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 20 | $95,800 |
| Virginia | 5 | $14,000 |
| Maryland | 4 | $13,250 |
| California | 2 | $5,000 |
| New York | 4 | $3,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $500 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Albans School | General grant | $39,500 |
| National Gallery of Art | General grant | $13,000 |
| Spirit of America | General grant | $10,000 |
| Suburban Hospital Foundation | General grant | $10,000 |
| Metropolitan Club Preservation Fund | General grant | $8,600 |
| Christ Church Georgetown | General grant | $8,100 |
| Washington National Cathedral | General grant | $6,000 |
| Meridian International Center | General grant | $4,400 |
| Give Well | General grant | $4,000 |
| Kennedy Center | General grant | $4,000 |
| Blair House Restoration Fund | General grant | $2,500 |
| Ronald Regan Presidential Foundaion | General grant | $2,000 |
| Dana-Faber Cancer Institute | General grant | $1,500 |
| Wadsworth Sulgrave Historic Preservation Fund | General grant | $1,500 |
| Bethesda Chevy Chase Rescue Squad | General grant | $1,250 |
| American Cancer Society | General grant | $1,000 |
| ASPCA | General grant | $1,000 |
| Capital Area Food Bank | General grant | $1,000 |
| Endowment of Diplomatic Reception Rooms | General grant | $1,000 |
| Foundaiton for Community Betterment | General grant | $1,000 |
| Marine Toys for Tots Foundation | General grant | $1,000 |
| Salvation Army | General grant | $1,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | General grant | $1,000 |
| Semper Fi and America's Fund | General grant | $1,000 |
| Sibley Memorial Hospital | General grant | $1,000 |
| Third Option Foundation | General grant | $1,000 |
| Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors | General grant | $1,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General grant | $1,000 |
| Volunteer Florida Foundation | General grant | $1,000 |
| White House Historical Association | General grant | $1,000 |
| Phillips Collection | General grant | $600 |
| All Hallows Guild | General grant | $500 |
| Alzheimer's Foundation of America | General grant | $500 |
| Breast Cancer Research Foundation | General grant | $500 |
| Charcot-Maire-Tooth Association | General grant | $500 |
| Kreeger Museum | General grant | $500 |
| Cosmos Club Historic Preservation Fund | General grant | $250 |
| National Cathedral School | General grant | $250 |
| Trustees of Princeton University | General grant | $250 |
| Georgetown University Medical Center | General grant | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Deborah Jessiman
- Matthew Lindsey
- Michael Lindsey
- John Lindsey
Questions people ask
Does The Principato Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Principato Family Foundation Inc give?
$135,300 in tax year 2024, across 40 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Principato Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Deborah Jessiman (Director), Matthew Lindsey (Director), Michael Lindsey (Director) and John Lindsey (Director).
What does The Principato Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and health.