Benito and Frances C Gaguine Foundation
Historical FunderJuneau, Alaska · EIN 91-1792380 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $60,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | JOHN GAGUINE |
|---|---|
| Address | 1940 FRITZ COVE ROAD, JUNEAU AK 99801 |
| Phone | 9077892986 |
| Form and materials | NO SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS |
| Deadlines | NO |
| Restrictions | NO |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
30% of grants went outside Alaska.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Vincent de Paul Society Diocesan of Southeast Alaska | Juneau, AK | Homeless programs support | $142,689 |
| United Nations Foundation | Washington, DC | Malaria treatment/prevention | $100,000 |
| Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church | Juneau, AK | Youth summer lunch program | $60,000 |
| Juneau Community Foundation | Juneau, AK | Feeding juneau kids program | $50,000 |
| Outside in | Portland, OR | Health/Homeless support | $50,000 |
| Mce Social Capital | San Francisco, CA | Operations support | $44,360 |
| Perseverance Theatre | Douglas, AK | Arts support | $12,500 |
| Juneau Ghost Light Theatre | Juneau, AK | Arts support | $10,000 |
| Juneau Housing First Collaborative | Juneau, AK | Health/Homeless support | $6,000 |
| Juneau Park Foundation | Juneau, AK | Parks and trails support | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $480,549 | 10 |
| 2023 | $12,248,089 | 15 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 17, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202523219349103377
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 91-1792380
- Profile updated Nov 4, 2026
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