Instrumental Opportunity Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Instrumental Opportunity Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $63,860 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 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$63,860
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$25,113
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $0 | 0 | $10,957 |
| 2025 | $63,860 | 9 | $25,113 |
How to apply
Instrumental Opportunity 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 Instrumental Opportunity Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 8 | $58,860 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Brunswick Middle School | to supplement the music department budget for the academic year collaboration | $20,000 |
| Monmouth University Inc | Monmouth University Summer Music Camp Tuition Remission fund | $10,000 |
| Rutgers University Foundation | Music Education Scholarship Fund | $10,000 |
| Rutgers University Foundation | London Band Week | $10,000 |
| Neptune Township School District | VPA (Visual and Performing Arts) Department - Free summer music program | $7,500 |
| Harmony Program | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Monmouth University Inc | Music Occupational Therapy Department | $603 |
| New Brunswick Middle School | General & Unrestricted | $392 |
| Neptune Township School District | General & Unrestricted | $365 |
Officers and trustees
- Kelson Lumpkin
- Maria J Signore
- Matthew B Signore
Questions people ask
Does Instrumental Opportunity Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Instrumental Opportunity Foundation give?
$63,860 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Instrumental Opportunity Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kelson Lumpkin (Dir, Pres, Sec, Treas), Maria J Signore (Dir) and Matthew B Signore (Dir).
What does Instrumental Opportunity Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.