THE JOE AND KAY CALVANESE FOUNDATION INC
AI Summary
The Joe and Kay Calvanese Foundation Inc is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through a relationship-based approach, making grants by invitation only. It does not accept unsolicited proposals, emphasizing the importance of established connections for funding opportunities. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Mission Statement
THE ORGANIZATION SPONSORS COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS TO GRADUATES OF SOUTHINGTON HIGH SCHOOL AND ALSO CONTRIBUTES TO OTHER CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS.
Cause Areas
2
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
SOUTHINGTON-CHESHIRE COMMUNITY YMCA
$121.5K
26%

BREAD FOR LIFE INC
$75.3K
16%
Southington Rotary Trust
$53.9K
12%
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Total No. of Grants
4
Median 1st year grant
$8.3K
Median 2nd year grant
$10.4K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE JOE AND KAY CALVANESE FOUNDATION INC?
No. THE JOE AND KAY CALVANESE FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE JOE AND KAY CALVANESE FOUNDATION INC give?
THE JOE AND KAY CALVANESE FOUNDATION INC primarily gives to organizations located in Connecticut. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE JOE AND KAY CALVANESE FOUNDATION INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE JOE AND KAY CALVANESE FOUNDATION INC fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $8,325. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE JOE AND KAY CALVANESE FOUNDATION INC make each year?
In 2024, THE JOE AND KAY CALVANESE FOUNDATION INC awarded about 4 grants, totaling nearly $49 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE JOE AND KAY CALVANESE FOUNDATION INC fund recently?
In 2024, THE JOE AND KAY CALVANESE FOUNDATION INC awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include SOUTHINGTON-CHESHIRE COMMUNITY YMCA, BREAD FOR LIFE INC, and Southington Rotary Trust. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE JOE AND KAY CALVANESE FOUNDATION INC?
THE JOE AND KAY CALVANESE FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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