Finucaine Fund Inc
Preselected recipients only
Finucaine Fund Inc is a private foundation in Pittsford, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $31,500 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $2,750 and the largest $25,000. 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$31,500
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$2,750
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$904,674
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $4,250 the year before.
50% of its 2025 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 | $16,000 | 3 | $724,627 |
| 2024 | $4,250 | 4 | $843,979 |
| 2025 | $31,500 | 4 | $904,674 |
How to apply
Finucaine Fund 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 Finucaine Fund Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 1 | $25,000 |
| New York | 3 | $6,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| A Safe Place Inc | Capital Campaign | $25,000 |
| Ellicottville Memorial Library | 2,500 Computers 1,000 Unrestricted | $3,500 |
| Cattaraugus Community Foundation | Rotary Club | $2,000 |
| St Lawrence University | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Penelope S Martin
- Patrick D Martin
Questions people ask
Does Finucaine Fund Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Finucaine Fund Inc give?
$31,500 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $2,750.
Who runs Finucaine Fund Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Penelope S Martin (President) and Patrick D Martin (Treasurer).
What does Finucaine Fund Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.