Vulcano Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Vulcano Family Foundation is a private foundation in Brentwood, Tennessee. In tax year 2025 it gave $5,900 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $2,000. 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$5,900
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$15,410
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2025 was up from $3,350 the year before.
83% 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 | $1,350 | 4 | $16,641 |
| 2024 | $3,350 | 4 | $17,991 |
| 2025 | $5,900 | 6 | $15,410 |
How to apply
Vulcano 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 Vulcano Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 3 | $4,750 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $100 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $50 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Second Harvest Food Bank | Feeding the poor and hungry | $2,000 |
| Charlies Angels Saving Animals | Animal rescue transportation | $1,750 |
| Nashville Public Radio | Public radio | $1,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | Food first respomders | $1,000 |
| Eugene Marilyn Glick Eye Research E | Donation | $100 |
| Notre Dame High School of Acadia Parish | Education support | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Deborah Vulcano
- David Vulcano
- Dominic Vulcano
- Camille Vulcano
Questions people ask
Does Vulcano Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Vulcano Family Foundation give?
$5,900 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Vulcano Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Deborah Vulcano (President), David Vulcano (Secretary-Treasurer), Dominic Vulcano (Board Member) and Camille Vulcano (Board Member).
What does Vulcano Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger.