The Luciano Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Luciano Family Foundation is a private foundation in Independence, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $69,770 in 42 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $6,540. 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$69,770
- Number of grants42
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$6,540
- Assets$645,164
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was up from $57,645 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 | $57,533 | 43 | $318,951 |
| 2024 | $57,645 | 42 | $343,774 |
| 2025 | $69,770 | 42 | $645,164 |
How to apply
The Luciano Family 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 Luciano Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 27 | $46,637 |
| Texas | 3 | $4,533 |
| New York | 2 | $4,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $4,000 |
| Colorado | 3 | $2,600 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $2,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $2,000 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Holden Forests & Gardens Holden Arboretum | General | $6,540 |
| Conservancy for CVNP | General | $6,400 |
| Cornerstone of Hope | General | $5,000 |
| West Creek Conservancy | General | $5,000 |
| House of Champions | General | $2,730 |
| Cleveland Zoological Society | General | $2,500 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General | $2,500 |
| National Wasp Wwii Museum | General | $2,500 |
| The Nature Conservancy | General | $2,500 |
| Crohns & Colitis Foundaton | General | $2,117 |
| Adventure Cycling Assn | General | $2,000 |
| American Indian College F | General | $2,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General | $2,000 |
| Smile Train | General | $2,000 |
| Farm Sanctuary | General | $1,500 |
| Seeds of Caring | General | $1,500 |
| Tuskegee Airmen Museum | General | $1,500 |
| Sisters of the Skies Inc | General | $1,033 |
| 91FOUR | General | $1,000 |
| Bay Village Early Childhood PTA | General | $1,000 |
| Catholic Charities | General | $1,000 |
| Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad | General | $1,000 |
| Franciscan Sisters Tor | General | $1,000 |
| International Wolf Center | General | $1,000 |
| Karamu House WWW | General | $1,000 |
| Lawrence School | General | $1,000 |
| MMS Aviation | General | $1,000 |
| Pacific Crest Trail Association | General | $1,000 |
| St Augustine Church Cupboard & Closet | General | $1,000 |
| St Peters Catholic Church | General | $1,000 |
| Transplant House | General | $1,000 |
| Trek for Trevor | General | $1,000 |
| Zellie's Home | General | $1,000 |
| Playhouse Square Foundation | General | $750 |
| Cleveland Clinic | General | $500 |
| Greater Cleveland Food Bank | General | $500 |
| Ideastream Public Media | General | $500 |
| Project Healing Waters | General | $500 |
| Ohio Erie to Trail Fund | General | $250 |
| Rose-Mary | General | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Daniel K Luciano
- Delores V Kurtz
- Marie C Luciano
- Erin K Luciano
- Mary Luciano Dolejs
- Kate Elizabeth Luciano
Questions people ask
Does The Luciano Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Luciano Family Foundation give?
$69,770 in tax year 2025, across 42 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Luciano Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Daniel K Luciano (President), Delores V Kurtz (Secretary), Marie C Luciano (Trustee) and Erin K Luciano (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Luciano Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, education and arts and culture.