The Capitano Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Capitano Foundation is a private foundation in West Islip, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $125,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$125,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$2.7 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $82,500 the year before.
33% 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 | $51,500 | 13 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $82,500 | 10 | $2.5 million |
| 2025 | $125,000 | 15 | $2.7 million |
How to apply
The Capitano 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 The Capitano Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 10 | $100,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $7,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Good Samaritan Hospital | Charitablecontribution | $50,000 |
| Cohen Childrens Medical Center | Charitablecontribution | $20,000 |
| St Judes Childrens Research | Charitablecontribution | $10,000 |
| Shriners Hosp for Children | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Arthritis Nat Research | Charitablecontribution | $5,000 |
| The Children's Inn at Nih | Charitablecontribution | $5,000 |
| American Red Cross | Charitablecontribution | $5,000 |
| Catholic Charities of Bkyln & Queens | Charitablecontribution | $5,000 |
| St Mary's Church | Charitablecontribution | $3,500 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Charitablecontribution | $3,500 |
| St Joseph Outreach | Charitablecontribution | $3,000 |
| Maryknoll Sisters | Charitablecontribution | $2,500 |
| Salvation Army Nat Corp | Charitablecontribution | $2,500 |
| Nourish Babylon | Charitablecontribution | $2,500 |
| Catholic Charities | Charitablecontribution | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Salvatore Capitano
- Marie Capitano
- Salvatore Capitano Jr
- Gina Capitano
- Thomas Breitfeller
- Sabrina Breitfeller
Questions people ask
Does The Capitano Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Capitano Foundation give?
$125,000 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Capitano Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Salvatore Capitano (Trustee), Marie Capitano (Trustee), Salvatore Capitano Jr (Trustee) and Gina Capitano (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Capitano Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and human services.