Frank S Lucente Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Frank S Lucente Foundation is a private foundation in Somerset, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $39,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $2,650 and the largest $6,000. 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$39,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$2,650
- Largest grant$6,000
- Assets$900,205
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $36,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $37,600 | 14 | $759,238 |
| 2024 | $36,000 | 14 | $821,565 |
| 2025 | $39,000 | 15 | $900,205 |
How to apply
Frank S Lucente 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 Frank S Lucente Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 15 | $39,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Foundation for the Alleg | Educational scholarship | $6,000 |
| Meyersdale Public Library | Promote literacy through reading | $4,700 |
| Individual | Promote community programs & safety | $3,900 |
| St Philip James Church | Promote religious activities | $3,900 |
| Childrens Aid Society | Promote the care of children | $3,000 |
| Somerset Food Pantry | Provide food for people in need | $3,000 |
| Zip With US Inc | Provide support for children cancer | $2,700 |
| Next Step Center | Aid for the homeless | $2,650 |
| Meyersdale Volunteer Fire | Promote public safety | $1,950 |
| Individual | Promote emergency health care trans. | $1,950 |
| United Way of the Laurel Highlands | Aiding social change to the comm | $1,500 |
| Individual | Promote social services | $1,500 |
| Individual | To provide transportation for the el | $1,000 |
| Boys Girls Club | Promote activities for children | $750 |
| Somerset Humane Society | Promote the well being of animals | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Frank E Lucente
- Somerset Trust Co
Questions people ask
Does Frank S Lucente Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Frank S Lucente Foundation give?
$39,000 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $2,650.
Who runs Frank S Lucente Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Frank E Lucente (Trustee) and Somerset Trust Co (Trustee).
What does Frank S Lucente Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, community development and youth programs.