The Frank L Ciminelli Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyBuffalo, New York · EIN 16-1552205 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$199K
Organizations funded13
Typical grant$3,000
Total assets$2.1M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $25,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
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 New York.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Build Promise Inc | Buffalo, NY | General purpose | $75,000 |
| Villa Maria College | Buffalo, NY | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Catholic Charities of Buffalo | Buffalo, NY | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Madonna of the Streets | Rochester, NY | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Hilbert College | Hamburg, NY | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Mountain Town Music | Park City, UT | General purpose | $3,000 |
| Mountain Trails Foundation | Park City, UT | General purpose | $3,000 |
| Summit Land Conservancy | Park City, UT | General purpose | $3,000 |
| Park City Performances | Park City, UT | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Kevin Guest House | Buffalo, NY | General purpose | $1,000 |
| The Way Church of God | Buffalo, NY | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Bombsquad Academy Center | Buffalo, NY | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Buffalo, NY | General purpose | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $199,000 | 13 |
| 2023 | $297,500 | 12 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Oct 7, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202542809349100314
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 16-1552205
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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