Unalane Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Unalane Foundation is a private foundation in Alexandria, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $56,500 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $25,000. 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$56,500
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $43,500 the year before.
33% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $43,500 | 7 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $56,500 | 6 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Unalane 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 Unalane Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 4 | $41,500 |
| New York | 2 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Goodwin Living Foundation | Support of endowment campaign for brain health, and unrestricted contribution in support of organization's mission and activities. | $25,000 |
| Christ Church Foundation | To benefit the charitable acts of the church. | $10,000 |
| School of Visual Arts Foundation | To provide art for the community and a community for artists | $10,000 |
| Act for Alexandria | To develop solutions for important community challenges in alexandria, virginia. | $5,000 |
| Children's Aid Society of Ny Develo | To improve the quality of life for struggling charles county families so they and their children can thrive and succeed. | $5,000 |
| Afrecs | Support of the mission of focusing attention on the pastoral and peacebuilding needs and priorities of the episcopal church of south sudan (ecss) and the episcopal church of sudan (ecs) and to enable american friends to assist both churches in meeting the needs of their peoples. | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Unalane C Ablondi
- Leigh Helvie
- Mark Helvie
- Kim Ablondi
- Phillip Ablondi
- Albert Giambelli
Questions people ask
Does Unalane Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Unalane Foundation give?
$56,500 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Unalane Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Unalane C Ablondi (President), Leigh Helvie (Vice President), Mark Helvie (Director) and Kim Ablondi (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Unalane Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.