The Neil Family Foundation Inc
The Neil Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Buffalo, New York. Its 2020 filing is marked as a final return: the foundation reported that it distributed all assets as of December 31, 2020, and distributed all remaining cash to qualified charitable organizations during 2020. It therefore appears to have wound down and stopped grantmaking.
The Neil Family Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: The Neil Family Foundation Inc gave $9K across 14 grants in 2020 (avg $653.214), mostly in New York. Source: 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2020)
- $9,145
- Grants made (2020)
- 14
- Average grant
- $653
- Median grant
- $125
- Primary geography
- New York (99% of itemized 2020 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2020 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2020; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Neil Family Foundation Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation stated that it made contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. As the 2020 filing is marked final and reports that all assets were distributed, this is not a current application opportunity.
- Contact
Mailing address: 925 Delaware Avenue No 3C, Buffalo, NY 14209
Phone: (716) 882-6395
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Neil Family Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2020
The largest 2020 recipient was Mother Teresa Home ($2K). Together the top 10 received $9K.
Grant Size Distribution
14 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 14 grants of 14 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2020, 99% of grant dollars went to recipients in New York, 1% to New Jersey, and less than 1% to Florida.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2020 grant dollars across all 14 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2020 it made 14 grants totaling $9K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mother Teresa Home Buffalo, NY | Charitable | $2,100 |
| Wlof Catholic Radio Williamsville, NY | General Support | $1,645 |
| Foundation of the RC Diocese of Buffalo Buffalo, NY | Religious | $1,625 |
| Catholic Charities Buffalo, NY | Charitable | $1,200 |
| St Michael's Roman Catholic Church Buffalo, NY | Religious | $1,000 |
| Our Lady of Victory Homes of Charity Inc Buffalo, NY | Religious | $1,000 |
| Canisius High School Buffalo, NY | Educational | $150 |
| Natavity Miguel School of Buffalo Buffalo, NY | Religious | $100 |
| St Louis Church Buffalo, NY | Religious | $100 |
| Advancing CTNNB1 Cures and Treatments Inc Morristown, NJ | Charitable | $100 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $1,700 | $10,953 | $9,145 | 14 | $188 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Neil Family Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $188 for 2020 — 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 filing does not state a mission. Its 2020 grants included charitable, religious, educational, and general-support purposes.
Grantmaking
In 2020, the foundation reported 14 grants totaling $9,145. The median grant was $125; grants ranged from $25 to $2,100. Notable grants included $2,100 to Mother Teresa Home, $1,645 to WLOF Catholic Radio, $1,625 to Foundation of the RC Diocese of Buffalo, $1,200 to Catholic Charities, and $1,000 each to St Michael’s Roman Catholic Church and Our Lady of Victory Homes of Charity.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2020 filing lists Marilyn E Neil and Matthew R Neil as directors.
The Neil Family Foundation Inc's 2020 filing lists 2 officers; none of the 2 officers listed in 2020 report compensation.
Officers on the 2020 filing
Marilyn E. Neil
Director
New on the 2020 filing
No compensation reported
Matthew R. Neil
Director
New on the 2020 filing
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about The Neil Family Foundation Inc
How much does The Neil Family Foundation Inc give each year?
The Neil Family Foundation Inc gave $9K across 14 grants in 2020, according to its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is The Neil Family Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
The Neil Family Foundation Inc's median grant in 2020 was $125, and its average grant was $653, across 14 grants on its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Neil Family Foundation Inc give grants?
The Neil Family Foundation Inc gives mostly in New York: 99% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Buffalo, NY (9 grants).
Does The Neil Family Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Occasionally: 7% of The Neil Family Foundation Inc's 2020 grants with a stated purpose (1 of 14) were for general or operating support, per its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF. Recurring purposes include "Charitable" (5 grants), "Religious" (5 grants) and "Educational" (3 grants).
Who are The Neil Family Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
The Neil Family Foundation Inc's largest 2020 grantees include Mother Teresa Home ($2,100), Wlof Catholic Radio ($1,645) and Foundation of the RC Diocese of Buffalo ($1,625), according to its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 59% of its itemized 2020 grant dollars.
What does The Neil Family Foundation Inc fund?
The filing does not state a mission. Its 2020 grants included charitable, religious, educational, and general-support purposes. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Neil Family Foundation Inc?
The foundation stated that it made contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
How much is The Neil Family Foundation Inc required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2020, The Neil Family Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $188 on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is The Neil Family Foundation Inc's EIN?
The Neil Family Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 16-1598200. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020.
Does The Neil Family 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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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal year 2020
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