Louis P Ciminelli Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Louis P Ciminelli Foundation is a private foundation in Buffalo, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $697,500 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $500,000. 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$697,500
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$17.8 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.4 million the year before.
44% 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 | $279,126 | 11 | $16.0 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 12 | $16.2 million |
| 2025 | $697,500 | 9 | $17.8 million |
How to apply
Louis P Ciminelli 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 Louis P Ciminelli Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 1 | $500,000 |
| New York | 6 | $175,000 |
| California | 1 | $20,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mayo Clinic | Unrestricted | $500,000 |
| Bpo | 2025 season support | $125,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Marin Primary & Middle School | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| The Roman Catholic Diocese of Buffalo Retirement Fund for the Religious | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Burchfield Penney Art Center | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| John R Oishei Children's Hospital | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Global Coral Reef Alliance | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Louis P Ciminelli
- Ann Louise Ciminelli
- Christina M Ciminelli Hill
- Matthew J Ciminelli
- Frank L Ciminelli II
- Michael Laipple
- Michael Manetta
- Anthony J Baynes
Questions people ask
Does Louis P Ciminelli Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Louis P Ciminelli Foundation give?
$697,500 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Louis P Ciminelli Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Louis P Ciminelli (President), Ann Louise Ciminelli (Vice President), Christina M Ciminelli Hill (Vice President) and Matthew J Ciminelli (Vice President) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Louis P Ciminelli Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.