How to apply
The foundation does not have prescribed forms for applications. Unless another agreement is reached with the trustees, an application for a grant should contain: A) a narrative description of the applicant's plans of two to three pages b) a statement of how the funds would be applied each year of the proposal by quarter c) a list of other supporters who are or who will be associated with the applicant's proposed grant activity d) evidence that the applicant is an organization qualified for exemption under code section 501(c)(3) and contributions to which are deductible under code sections 170… Contact: Frank Ferrante, 5 West 19th St 10th Floor, New York, Ny, 2123084440 Deadlines: There are no submission deadlines Restrictions: The san giacomo charitable foundation awards grants to charitable organizations that operate programs that support the foundation's goals: 1) to foster international cultural and educational exchanges; 2) to support institutional development and research, primarily in the economic and social sciences; and 3) to support medical research, particularly towards cures for various forms of cancer.
Quoted from Part XV of the foundation's 2025 Form 990-PF; the full text is in the filing. Confirm on the foundation's website before you write.
Grants paid in 2025
7 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fondazione Luidi Einaudi OnlusTurin, IT | Scholarships, library and research | $550K |
| Fundacion AgruparCorrientes, AR | Education, health, and nutrition | $100K |
| Epsilon OnlusMilan, IT | Children support | $50K |
| Fondazione Together to GoMilan, IT | Children medical assistance | $50K |
| Ned FundationValencia, SP | Hospital support | $50K |
| Associazion Renee Bambini NelMilan, IT | Children support | $25K |
| Universita Degli Studi di Scienze GastronomichePollenzo, IT | Scholarships, library, research and general support | $20K |
About this foundation
San Giacomo Charitable Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in New York, New York, administered in care of Luigi R Einaudi, tax-exempt since 1997. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does San Giacomo Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.
How much does San Giacomo Charitable Foundation give each year?
In tax year 2025 it paid $845K across 7 grants, a median of $50K.
Where does San Giacomo Charitable Foundation give?
INTL (7 grants), per its latest filing.
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