The Victor and Anna Mae Beghini Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Victor and Anna Mae Beghini Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $282,000 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$282,000
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$4.6 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was down from $326,000 the year before.
40% 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 | $309,500 | 13 | $4.2 million |
| 2023 | $326,000 | 18 | $4.3 million |
| 2024 | $282,000 | 18 | $4.6 million |
How to apply
The Victor and Anna Mae Beghini Charitable 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 Victor and Anna Mae Beghini Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 7 | $145,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 6 | $59,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $50,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $15,000 |
| Louisiana | 2 | $9,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Macular Degeneration Research | Research funds | $50,000 |
| United Way of Greater Houston | 2025 campaign | $30,000 |
| Sam Houston Area Council Boy Scouts of America | 2025 friends of scouting campaign | $20,000 |
| Houston Food Bank | 2025 operations | $20,000 |
| St Cecilia Catholic Church | 2025 operations | $20,000 |
| St Cecilia Catholic Church | 2025 operations | $20,000 |
| Houston Food Bank | 2025 operations | $20,000 |
| Smile Train | 2025 operations | $15,000 |
| Westmoreland Food Bank | 2025 operations | $15,000 |
| University of Pittsburgh | Liver cancer center research | $15,000 |
| West Houston Assistance Ministries Inc | 2025 operations | $15,000 |
| Westmoreland Food Bank | 2025 operations | $15,000 |
| Holy Trinity Catholic Church | 2025 operations | $6,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank of Greater New Orleans and Acadiana | 2025 operations | $5,000 |
| Allegheny County Parks Foundation Inc | Operating support | $4,000 |
| Catholic Community Foundation Archdiocese of New Orleans | St. Augustine capital campaign | $4,000 |
| Brevard Alzheimer's Foundation Inc | Support of ongoing programs | $4,000 |
| South Hills Interfaith Movement | Support of ongoing programs | $4,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Victor G Beghini
- Anna Mae Beghini
- John T Mills
- Gretchen N Haggerty
- John P Surma
- Terry Dufrene
Questions people ask
Does The Victor and Anna Mae Beghini Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Victor and Anna Mae Beghini Charitable Foundation give?
$282,000 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Victor and Anna Mae Beghini Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Victor G Beghini (President), Anna Mae Beghini (Vice President), John T Mills (Sect./Treas.) and Gretchen N Haggerty (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Victor and Anna Mae Beghini Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, faith communities and science and research.