Gabelli Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Gabelli Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Reno, Nevada. In tax year 2024 it gave $8.7 million in 62 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $1.4 million. 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$8.7 million
- Number of grants62
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$1.4 million
- Assets$251 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $8.4 million the year before.
33% 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 | $8.4 million | 59 | $200 million |
| 2024 | $8.7 million | 62 | $251 million |
How to apply
Gabelli 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 Gabelli Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 24 | $4.0 million |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $1.4 million |
| Connecticut | 15 | $1.0 million |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $1.0 million |
| New Jersey | 2 | $770,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $150,000 |
| Wyoming | 2 | $100,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $100,000 |
| Nevada | 8 | $87,500 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $55,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boston College | Plaza fund -campus improvements | $1.4 million |
| Columbia Business School | Manhattanville building fund | $1.0 million |
| Fordham University | Business school endowment fund | $1.0 million |
| Roger Williams University | Provide operating funds | $1.0 million |
| Princeton University | Provide operating funds | $750,000 |
| Brunswick School | Provide operating funds | $400,000 |
| Hosp for Special Surgery-F Cammisa | Provide operating funds | $250,000 |
| NYU Langone Health | Provide operating funds | $250,000 |
| Statue of Liberty Ellis Island Fdn | Provide operating funds | $225,000 |
| Sacred Heart Greenwich | Capital campaign | $200,000 |
| Ny Hotel Trades Council Hotel Assn | Provide operating funds | $200,000 |
| Greenwich Hospital | Emergency dept | $150,000 |
| Fordham Preparatory School | Scholarship fund | $100,000 |
| Ny Presbyterian Hospital | Provide operating funds | $100,000 |
| Hospital for Special Surgery | Annual tribute dinner | $100,000 |
| Horatio Alger Assn of Distinguished | Provide operating funds | $100,000 |
| Valtarese Foundation | Provide operating funds | $100,000 |
| Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Cen | Provide operating funds | $100,000 |
| Columbia Univ School of Dental Medi | Provide operating funds | $100,000 |
| Hospital for Special Surgery | Provide operating funds | $100,000 |
| New York City Police Foundation | Provide operating funds | $100,000 |
| Family Centers | Provide operating funds | $75,000 |
| American Italian Cancer Center | Provide operating funds | $75,000 |
| The Ursuline School | Annual fund | $50,000 |
| Teachers College Columbia Univ | Scholarship fund | $50,000 |
| Cristo Rey High School | Annual fund | $50,000 |
| Holy Trinity Catholic School | Scholarship fund | $50,000 |
| Gregorian Univ Foundation | Provide operating funds | $50,000 |
| Boys Girls Club | Provide operating funds | $50,000 |
| Bronx Zoo | Provide operating funds | $50,000 |
| Greenwich Library | Provide operating funds | $50,000 |
| St John's Health Foundation | Provide operating funds | $50,000 |
| Grand Teton National Park Foundatio | Provide operating funds | $50,000 |
| Canterbury School | Provide operating funds | $25,000 |
| Pennsylvania State University | Provide operating funds | $25,000 |
| National Judicial College | Provide operating funds | $25,000 |
| Bruce Museum | Provide operating funds | $25,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Provide operating funds | $25,000 |
| Henry Morrison Flagler Museum | Provide operating funds | $25,000 |
| Palm Beach Police Fire Foundation | Provide operating funds | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Tyler Wilson
- Michael Gabelli
- Elexa Wilson
- Matthew R Gabelli
- Marc J Gabelli
- Elisa Gabelli Wilson
Questions people ask
Does Gabelli Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gabelli Foundation Inc give?
$8.7 million in tax year 2024, across 62 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Gabelli Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Tyler Wilson (Trustee), Michael Gabelli (Trustee), Elexa Wilson (Trustee) and Matthew R Gabelli (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Gabelli Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and community development.