The Frank Dimino Foundation Inc
The Frank Dimino Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in West Palm Beach, Florida. In 2024, it reported $6,912,282 in grants to 11 organizations; the foundation states that it contributes only to preselected charitable organizations.
The Frank Dimino Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: The Frank Dimino Foundation Inc gave $6.9M across 11 grants in 2024 (avg $628K), mostly in Florida. 45% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $6,912,282
- +14.3% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 11
- +22.2% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $628,389
- -6.4% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $300,000
- Total assets
- $105,225,926
- -2.8% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 45% first-time grantees (5 of 11, 2024; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Florida (82% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to The Frank Dimino Foundation Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 505 South Flagler Drive Ste 900, West Palm Beach, FL 33401-5948
Phone: (585) 381-2030
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Frank Dimino Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was The King's Academy ($2.1M). Together the top 10 received $6.9M.
Grant Size Distribution
33 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $1–5M range: 13 grants of 33 (39%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2024 grant dollars were distributed among recipients in Florida (82%), New York (13%), California (3%), and Connecticut (1%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 11 itemized grants.
Cities
Is The Frank Dimino Foundation Inc open to new grantees?
45%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 5 of 11 grantees (45%) were first-time recipients. With only 11 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 9 points. First grants averaged $237K; repeat grants $954K. How we count
Medians: $200K first-time, $863K repeat.
- 55% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (+3%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out 124% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2021–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $5.2M (2022) to $6.9M (2024). In 2024 it made 11 grants totaling $6.9M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The King's Academy West Palm Beach, FL | General Charitable Purposes | $2,100,000 |
| Joe Dimaggio Children's Hospital Foundation Hollywood, FL | General Charitable Purposes | $1,500,000 |
| Palm Beach State College Foundation Lake Worth, FL | General Charitable Purposes | $1,400,000 |
| Italian American Community Center Inc Rochester, NY | General Charitable Purposes | $580,282 |
| Nicklaus Children's Health Care Foundation North Palm Beach, FL | General Charitable Purposes | $326,000 |
| Alumni Association of Nazareth College of Rochester Rochester, NY | General Charitable Purposes | $300,000 |
| My Clinic Jupiter, FL | General Charitable Purposes | $275,000 |
| Ohlone College Foundation Fremont, CA | General Charitable Purposes | $200,000 |
| Oliver Patch Project Miami, FL | General Charitable Purposes | $100,000 |
| Neighborhood Studios of Fairfield County Inc Bridgeport, CT | General Charitable Purposes | $80,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $105,225,926 | $4,078,202 | $7,948,618 | $6,912,282 | 11 | $6,978,856 | $3,108,440 | $5,635,672 |
| 2023 | $108,265,176 | $997,553 | $7,134,176 | $6,045,000 | 9 | $6,142,809 | $2,334,696 | $5,270,970 |
| 2022 | $114,558,312 | $3,559,445 | $5,997,036 | $5,237,806 | 9 | $5,237,806 | $2,800,215 | $5,440,466 |
| 2021 | $116,790,360 | $4,860,036 | $8,354,805 | $6,700,000 | 4 | $6,700,000 | $4,180,231 | $6,225,095 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Frank Dimino Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $5.6M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s filing does not state a mission. Its 2024 grants went to organizations whose stated missions include education, health care, cultural and human services, arts education, conservation, and support for children and families.
For example, The King’s Academy says its mission is to share salvation through Jesus Christ and graduate Christian leaders through academic excellence and spiritual vitality. The Italian American Community Center says it works to sustain Italian American heritage and provide human services. Ohlone College Foundation says it supports Ohlone Community College, its programs, and students. Neighborhood Studios of Fairfield County says it transforms Bridgeport children’s lives through arts education. Genesee Valley Conservancy says it protects natural resources, open space, habitat, and agricultural lands in the Genesee River watershed.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 11 grants totaling $6,912,282. Grants ranged from $51,000 to $2,100,000, with a median grant of $300,000. The largest awards were $2,100,000 to The King’s Academy, $1,500,000 to Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Foundation, and $1,400,000 to Palm Beach State College Foundation. Other grants included $580,282 to Italian American Community Center, $326,000 to Nicklaus Children’s Health Care Foundation, and $300,000 to Alumni Association of Nazareth College of Rochester. The listed grant purposes were general charitable purposes.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The foundation’s 2024 filing lists Frank Dimino as president, Darren Bardell as executive director, and Wendy Balch as treasurer and secretary.
The Frank Dimino Foundation Inc is led by Darren Bardell, Executive Director on every filing since 2021; 2 of 3 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Darren Bardell
Executive Director
On filings since 2021
30 hrs/week
$204K (2023) → $204K (2024)
Frank Dimino
President
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Wendy Balch
Treasurer & Secretary
On filings since 2021
30 hrs/week
$102K (2023) → $102K (2024)
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $204K, to Darren Bardell (Executive Director). 2 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about The Frank Dimino Foundation Inc
How much does The Frank Dimino Foundation Inc give each year?
The Frank Dimino Foundation Inc gave $6.9M across 11 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $6.0M across 9 grants.
What is The Frank Dimino Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
The Frank Dimino Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $300,000, and its average grant was $628,389, across 11 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from The Frank Dimino Foundation Inc that year got $237K on average.
Where does The Frank Dimino Foundation Inc give grants?
The Frank Dimino Foundation Inc gives mostly in Florida: 82% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was New York (13%). The most frequent recipient cities were Rochester, NY (2 grants).
Does The Frank Dimino Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of The Frank Dimino Foundation Inc's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (11 of 11) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Frank Dimino Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
The Frank Dimino Foundation Inc's largest 2024 grantees include The King's Academy ($2,100,000), Joe Dimaggio Children's Hospital Foundation ($1,500,000) and Palm Beach State College Foundation ($1,400,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 72% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Frank Dimino Foundation Inc?
The Frank Dimino Foundation Inc reported $105.2M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $7.0M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $5.6M (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Frank Dimino Foundation Inc fund?
The foundation’s filing does not state a mission. Its 2024 grants went to organizations whose stated missions include education, health care, cultural and human services, arts education, conservation, and support for children and families. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Frank Dimino Foundation Inc?
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Frank Dimino Foundation Inc's EIN?
The Frank Dimino Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 83-1151610. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2024.
Does The Frank Dimino Foundation Inc accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2024
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