Bonafiglia Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Bonafiglia Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Seneca Falls, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $406,665 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $195,000. 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$406,665
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$195,000
- Assets$3.1 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was up from $170,866 the year before.
29% 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 | $198,170 | 32 | $2.9 million |
| 2024 | $170,866 | 34 | $3.3 million |
| 2025 | $406,665 | 29 | $3.1 million |
How to apply
Bonafiglia 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Bonafiglia Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 28 | $406,165 |
| Georgia | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Seneca Falls Development Corporation | Downtown seneca falls facade & storefront revitalization grant program sponsorship | $195,000 |
| Town of Seneca Falls | Donation for design, supplies, and installation of community mural project | $50,942 |
| Seneca County House of Concern Inc | General operations and food pantry service support | $20,000 |
| Seneca Falls Library | Miscellaneous programming needs | $20,000 |
| Ability Partners Foundation | Annual francis "ben" bonafiglia golf tournament sponsorship | $19,500 |
| It's A Wonderful Life - Seneca Falls Inc | 2025 it's a wonderful life festival sponsorship | $18,000 |
| Seneca Falls Museum and Tourism Center | 2025 music in the park series sponsorship and band & entertainment expenses | $13,000 |
| The Seneca Falls It's A Wonderful Life Museum & Archives | 2025 it's a wonderful life festival sponsorship | $10,000 |
| United Way of Seneca County Inc | Coalition programming sponsorship | $10,000 |
| Seneca Falls Development Corporation | Development and implementation of downtown seneca falls facade & storefront revitalization grant program | $8,050 |
| Seneca County Senior Center Inc | Senior chair yoga program sponsorship | $5,820 |
| Cayuga-Seneca Community Action Agency Inc | Safety net appliance program sponsorship | $5,000 |
| Seneca Falls Community Band | General operations support | $5,000 |
| SF League 2024 Incorporated | 2025 league-program sponsorship | $5,000 |
| Girls on the Run of the Finger Lakes Inc | 2025 girls on the run participant fee & snack program sponsorship | $3,000 |
| Seneca County Community Garden | 2025 program sponsorship and gardening tools & equipment | $3,000 |
| Seneca Falls School District | Donation of christmas trees and ornaments | $2,554 |
| Child & Family Resources Inc | Family engagement and support project sponsorship | $2,000 |
| Seneca Falls Education Foundation Inc | Miscellaneous programming needs | $2,000 |
| Seneca Falls Rotary Service Foundation Inc | Maintenance of cady stanton park & 2025 sfcsd back to school bash sponsorship | $2,000 |
| Harmony Food Pantry Inc | Holiday gift card program sponsorship | $1,250 |
| Edith B Ford Memorial Library of Ovid New York | Healthy eating & food insecurity program series sponsorship | $1,000 |
| Seneca County Arts Council | 2025 art show sponsorship | $1,000 |
| Seneca Housing Inc | Veterans housing fundraiser, masquerade event sponsorship | $1,000 |
| Seneca Falls Historical Society Inc | Summer programs & after school activities sponsorship | $574 |
| American Cancer Society Inc | 46th annual american cancer society golf tournament sponsorship | $500 |
| Camp Onseyawa Inc | New wash stations for rotary camp onseyawa | $500 |
| St Peters Community Arts Academy Inc | 14th annual dinner with the arts sponsorship | $500 |
| Seneca Falls Community Little League Inc | 2025 little league season sponsorship | $475 |
Officers and trustees
- Bruce Bonafiglia
- Daniele Bonafiglia
- Erin Bonafiglia
- Judy Wentzel
Questions people ask
Does Bonafiglia Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bonafiglia Foundation Inc give?
$406,665 in tax year 2025, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Bonafiglia Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Bruce Bonafiglia (President), Daniele Bonafiglia (Treasurer), Erin Bonafiglia (Secretary) and Judy Wentzel (Executive Director).
What does Bonafiglia Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, education and arts and culture.