Sciarra Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sciarra Foundation is a private foundation in Aspen, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $60,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $20,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$60,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$4.3 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was down from $525,000 the year before.
67% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $200,000 | 2 | $4.0 million |
| 2024 | $525,000 | 4 | $3.9 million |
| 2025 | $60,000 | 6 | $4.3 million |
How to apply
Sciarra Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Sciarra Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 4 | $45,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $10,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Aspen community Foundation | General support | $20,000 |
| Jewish Resource Center | General support | $10,000 |
| Aspen Valley Hospital Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Aspen Country Day School | Annual fund | $10,000 |
| Anderson Arts Center | General support | $5,000 |
| Aspen Jewish Congregation | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Paul Cahill Sciarra
- Jennifer Sciarra
Questions people ask
Does Sciarra Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sciarra Foundation give?
$60,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Sciarra Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Paul Cahill Sciarra (Trustee) and Jennifer Sciarra (Trustee).
What does Sciarra Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.