The Cianci Educational Foundation
Historical FunderWarwick, Rhode Island · EIN 05-0461354 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $10,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | DR BRAD TURCHETTA |
|---|---|
| Address | 1865 POST ROAD, WARWICK RI 02886 |
| Phone | 4017395252 |
| Form and materials | FORMAL APPLICATION WITH PERSONAL INFORMATION, EDUCATIONAL PLANS, APPLICATION ESSAY, OFFICIAL SCHOOL TRANSCRIPTS, SAR WITH EFC FINANCIAL AID FORMS,LETTER OF ACCEPTANCE FROM A COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY AND A RESUME. PROVIDE VERIFICATION OF ENROLLMENT AND A COPY OF THE TUITION BILL. |
| Deadlines | VARIES BUT USUALLY IN LATE APRIL |
| Restrictions | APPLICANT MUST BE A HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR IN A PUBLIC OR PRIVATE RHODE ISLAND HIGH SCHOOL. THE APPLICANT MUST BE PURSUING A POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION. APPLICANTS FROM SCHOOL ONE DO NOT HAVE TO BE PROVIDENCE RESIDENTS. |
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
0% of grants went outside Rhode Island.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Splendor of Florence | North Kingstown, RI | Arts and cultural organization | $10,000 |
| Providence Performing Arts Center | Providence, RI | Performing arts | $5,000 |
The return also lists 10 grants to individuals ($14,500). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $29,500 | 12 |
| 2023 | $24,000 | 8 |
| 2022 | $14,500 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Jul 16, 2026 (amended) - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601979349100210
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 05-0461354
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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