Foundation 214 Inc
Preselected recipients only
Foundation 214 Inc is a private foundation in Williamsville, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.8 million in 35 grants; the typical grant was $40,000 and the largest $775,000. 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$3.8 million
- Number of grants35
- Typical grant$40,000
- Largest grant$775,000
- Assets$29.3 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.2 million the year before.
46% 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 | $2.2 million | 42 | $26.7 million |
| 2024 | $3.8 million | 35 | $29.3 million |
How to apply
Foundation 214 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 Foundation 214 Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 33 | $3.6 million |
| Florida | 1 | $100,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Buffalo City Mission | Charitable | $775,000 |
| The Jacobs Institute Inc | Charitable | $725,200 |
| Mental Health Advocates of Wny | Charitable | $500,000 |
| Daemen College | Charitable | $256,408 |
| Nativity Miguel Middle School of Buffalo | Charitable | $250,000 |
| Build Promise Inc | Charitable | $200,000 |
| Niagara Gospel Rescue Mission Inc | Charitable | $150,000 |
| Best Self Behavioral Health | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Naples Senior Center at JHCS | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Southeastern Massachusetts Veterans Housing Program | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Niagara Falls Memeorial Medical Center | Charitable | $85,427 |
| Persistence Preparatory Academy Charter School | Charitable | $60,000 |
| City Year Buffalo | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Jericho Road Community Health Center | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Peace of the City | Charitable | $50,000 |
| The Foundry | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Wny Maritime Charter School | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Buffalo Urban League Inc | Charitable | $40,000 |
| Tapestry Charter School | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Center for Exploratory and Perceptual Arts Inc | Charitable | $20,333 |
| Olv Charities | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Center for Elder Law and Justice | Charitable | $16,500 |
| Harvest House South Buffalo Inc | Charitable | $12,500 |
| The Salvation Army Empire State Division | Charitable | $12,000 |
| Eagle Star Housing Inc | Charitable | $10,000 |
| McC-Dc DBA West Side Community Services | Charitable | $10,000 |
| The Buffalo History Museum | Charitable | $10,000 |
| The New Teacher Project | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Northern Chautauqua County | Charitable | $8,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Erie Niagara & the Southern Tier | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Community Missions of Niagara Frontier Inc | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Valley Community Association | Charitable | $4,500 |
| Grace Guest House | Charitable | $3,800 |
| Chautauqua Children's Safety Village Inc | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Hearts and Hands Fia | Charitable | $1,200 |
Officers and trustees
- Brandi Alfiero
- Frederic L Cook Cpa
- Gerald Lippes
- Chris Alfiero
- Grace Huff
Questions people ask
Does Foundation 214 Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Foundation 214 Inc give?
$3.8 million in tax year 2024, across 35 grants, with a typical grant of $40,000.
Who runs Foundation 214 Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Brandi Alfiero (Trustee), Frederic L Cook Cpa (Trustee), Gerald Lippes (Trustee) and Chris Alfiero (Executive Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Foundation 214 Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and education.