The Gilbane Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Gilbane Family Foundation is a private foundation in Providence, Rhode Island. In tax year 2023 it gave $7.6 million in 86 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $7.3 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$7.6 million
- Number of grants86
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$7.3 million
- Assets$0
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2023 was up from $401,739 the year before.
56% of its 2023 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $401,739 | 102 | $6.4 million |
| 2023 | $7.6 million | 86 | $0 |
How to apply
The Gilbane 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 Gilbane Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to Rhode Island.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | 25 | $7.5 million |
| Massachusetts | 18 | $42,213 |
| Michigan | 6 | $20,900 |
| New York | 6 | $9,850 |
| Connecticut | 3 | $4,247 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $3,750 |
| Virginia | 1 | $3,500 |
| Colorado | 9 | $2,753 |
| Maine | 3 | $2,000 |
| New Hampshire | 4 | $1,706 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gilbane Family Foundation Inc | General support | $7.3 million |
| Rhode Island Foundation | Social support | $185,500 |
| St Sebastians School Inc | Education support | $16,000 |
| Downtown Boxing Gym Youth Program | Social support | $13,000 |
| De la Salle Collegiate High School | Education support | $7,000 |
| Archbishop Stepinac High School | Education support | $4,000 |
| Roger Williams University | Education support | $4,000 |
| San Miguel School | Education support | $4,000 |
| The American Ireland Fund | Social support | $4,000 |
| Xaverian Brothers High School | Education support | $4,000 |
| Debutante Cotillion and Christmas Ball Inc | Social support | $3,897 |
| Next Step Fund Inc | Research support | $3,800 |
| Babson College | Education support | $3,700 |
| Next Generation Choices Foundation Inc | Research support | $3,500 |
| Narragansett Council Boy Scouts of America | Social support | $2,750 |
| National Child Research Center | Education support | $2,500 |
| The Country Club Employee Education Fund | Education support | $2,500 |
| Youth Shelter Program of Westchester | Social support | $2,500 |
| Dedham Country Day School | Education support | $2,091 |
| Barrington Tap in Inc | Social support | $2,000 |
| Manhattan College | Education support | $1,650 |
| Edesia | Social support | $1,620 |
| Dana Farber Cancer Institute | Research support | $1,565 |
| Per Scholas Inc | Education support | $1,500 |
| American Cancer Society | Research support | $1,300 |
| Essex County Community Foundation | Pelican intervention fund | $1,000 |
| Grow Smart Ri | Social support | $1,000 |
| Listen Community Services | Social support | $1,000 |
| Maine Huts and Trails | Social support | $1,000 |
| Ocean Tides Inc | Education support | $1,000 |
| Preservation Foundation of Palm Beach | Social support | $1,000 |
| Sophia Academy | Education support | $1,000 |
| Child and Family Advocacy Program | Social support | $550 |
| Dartmouth College | Education support | $550 |
| Alzheimer's Association - Ri Chapter | Research support | $500 |
| Boulder Valley Health Center Inc | Social support | $500 |
| Catholic Community Fund of the Archdiocese of Boston | Social support | $500 |
| Georgetown University | Education support | $500 |
| Little Traverse Conservancy | Social support | $500 |
| Michael H Flanagan Foundation | Social support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeanne Radvany
- John Berkery
- Eleanor Gilbane
- Madeleine Durkin
- Chloe Smith
- Paul J Choquette III
Questions people ask
Does The Gilbane Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Gilbane Family Foundation give?
$7.6 million in tax year 2023, across 86 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs The Gilbane Family Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Jeanne Radvany (Trustee), John Berkery (Trustee), Eleanor Gilbane (Trustee) and Madeleine Durkin (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Gilbane Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and community development.