Lynn & Armin Cantini Friendship Trust
Preselected recipients only
Lynn & Armin Cantini Friendship Trust is a private foundation in Galveston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $12,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $1,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$12,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$1,000
- Assets$188,067
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2024 was up from $6,500 the year before.
42% of its 2024 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 | $0 | 0 | $144,822 |
| 2023 | $6,500 | 10 | $157,290 |
| 2024 | $12,000 | 12 | $188,067 |
How to apply
Lynn & Armin Cantini Friendship Trust 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 Lynn & Armin Cantini Friendship Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 12 | $12,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Galveston County Food Bank | Donation | $1,000 |
| Galveston Island Humane Society | Donation | $1,000 |
| Galveston Symphony Orchestra | Donation | $1,000 |
| Gisd Educational Foundation | Donation | $1,000 |
| Meals on Wheels of Galveston | Donation | $1,000 |
| St Vincent's Episcopal House | Donation | $1,000 |
| Temple B'nai Israel | Donation | $1,000 |
| The 1894 Grand Opera House | Donation | $1,000 |
| Catholic Charities | Donation | $1,000 |
| Family Service Center | Donation | $1,000 |
| Galveston Arts Center | Donation | $1,000 |
| Galveston College Foundation | Donation | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Armin Cantini
Questions people ask
Does Lynn & Armin Cantini Friendship Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lynn & Armin Cantini Friendship Trust give?
$12,000 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Lynn & Armin Cantini Friendship Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Armin Cantini (Trustee).
What does Lynn & Armin Cantini Friendship Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, faith communities and education.