The Seminetta Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Seminetta Family Foundation is a private foundation in Crystal Bay, Nevada. In tax year 2025 it gave $90,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $6,500 and the largest $47,500. 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$90,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$6,500
- Largest grant$47,500
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $66,800 the year before.
25% of its 2025 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 | $79,800 | 7 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $66,800 | 8 | $2.0 million |
| 2025 | $90,000 | 8 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
The Seminetta Family 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 Seminetta Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Nevada.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nevada | 3 | $57,500 |
| California | 3 | $19,500 |
| Ohio | 1 | $7,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Incline Village Community Hospital Foundation | General funds | $47,500 |
| Boys & Girls Club of North Lake Tahoe | General funds | $10,000 |
| Pelotonia | General funds | $7,000 |
| Peterson Automove Museum Foundation | General funds | $7,000 |
| St Francis of Assisi | General funds | $6,000 |
| Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival | General funds | $5,000 |
| Reno Jazz Orchestra | General funds | $5,000 |
| Family Dog Rescue | General funds | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph T Seminetta
- Denise M Seminetta
- Nicholas M Seminetta
- Tyler J Seminetta
Questions people ask
Does The Seminetta Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Seminetta Family Foundation give?
$90,000 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $6,500.
Who runs The Seminetta Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joseph T Seminetta (President/Director), Denise M Seminetta (Treasurer/Director), Nicholas M Seminetta (Vice President/Director) and Tyler J Seminetta (Secretary/Director).
What does The Seminetta Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.