Banfi Vintners Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Banfi Vintners Foundation is a private foundation in Melville, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $235,500 in 35 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $40,000. 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$235,500
- Number of grants35
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$5.8 million
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2024 was down from $265,500 the year before.
57% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $265,500 | 31 | $5.5 million |
| 2024 | $235,500 | 35 | $5.8 million |
How to apply
Banfi Vintners 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 Banfi Vintners Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 21 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 3 | $57,000 |
| Florida | 5 | $42,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $16,000 |
| New York | 3 | $15,500 |
| California | 2 | $15,500 |
| Washington | 2 | $12,000 |
| Texas | 3 | $11,000 |
| South Carolina | 2 | $10,500 |
| Nevada | 1 | $8,500 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $8,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Hotchkiss Fund | General operations | $40,000 |
| Cleveland Clinic - Indian River Foundation | General operations | $20,000 |
| Hotchkiss School | General operations | $15,000 |
| Irish American Partnership | General operations | $15,000 |
| Georgetown University | General operations | $10,000 |
| John's Island Foundation | General operations | $10,000 |
| Cal Poly Pomona | General operations | $8,500 |
| Culinary Institute of America | General operations | $8,500 |
| Florida State University - Dedman College of Hospitality | General operations | $8,500 |
| Oklahoma State School of Hospitality & Tourism | General operations | $8,500 |
| University of Houston | General operations | $8,500 |
| University of Nevada Las Vegas | General operations | $8,500 |
| University of South Carolina | General operations | $8,500 |
| Emilio Nares Foundation | General operations | $7,000 |
| Johnson & Wales University | General operations | $6,000 |
| Metropolitan State Univdenver | General operations | $6,000 |
| University of Delaware Hospitality & Business | General operations | $6,000 |
| Columbia Business School | General operations | $5,000 |
| New Mexico State University | General operations | $4,000 |
| Northern Arizona State | General operations | $4,000 |
| Widener Universitybeverage Program | General operations | $4,000 |
| American Cancer Society | General operations | $2,500 |
| Florida International University | General operations | $2,500 |
| American Wine Society Educational Foundation | General operations | $2,000 |
| Chicago Blackhawks Foundation | General operations | $2,000 |
| Marine Corp-Law Enforcement - Brescome Barton | General operations | $2,000 |
| Society of Wine Educators | General operations | $2,000 |
| United Sommeliers Foundation | General operations | $2,000 |
| Wine on Wheels | General operations | $2,000 |
| Alamo Heights School Foundation | General operations | $1,500 |
| Ucbc Cares Foundation | General operations | $1,500 |
| Dana-Farber Cancer Institute | General operations | $1,000 |
| Dolphins Cycling Challenge | General operations | $1,000 |
| Steve Nash Foundation | General operations | $1,000 |
| Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation | General operations | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Philip D Calderone Through 123124
- Cristina N Mariani-May
- Denise Caputo
- Jason Arfin
Questions people ask
Does Banfi Vintners Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Banfi Vintners Foundation give?
$235,500 in tax year 2024, across 35 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Banfi Vintners Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Philip D Calderone Through 123124 (Director / Treasurer), Cristina N Mariani-May (Director), Denise Caputo (Secretary) and Jason Arfin (Director).
What does Banfi Vintners Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and environment and conservation.